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Published – September 27, 2026 05:39 pm IST – BANGKOK

Submerged cars during heavy rain in Bangkok, Thailand on September 27, 2026.
| Photo Credit: Reuters

Thailand's cabinet on Sunday (September 27, 2026) approved Sept. 28 ​and 29 as special holidays ‌for civil servants in Bangkok ​and three surrounding provinces ⁠due to heavy rainfall, a move that could affect the timing ‌of a court ruling on electoral ballots used in ‌February's election.

"The measure aims ‌to ⁠reduce travel and ease ⁠traffic disruptions for the public," it said, adding that important official business scheduled ​during the ‌holidays may continue as deemed appropriate by their heads.

The move could however delay a ‌court decision over electoral ballots ​used in February's election — which could put the election ⁠results in doubt, though the court has not made ‌any announcement on whether the timing of the verdict would be changed.

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration declared the capital a disaster-affected area on Saturday (September 26) after ‌nearly 300 mm (12 inches) of ​rain fell over 48 hours, leading to flooding ⁠on major roads that left some cars ⁠partly submerged.

Floodwater receded on Sunday (September 27) as ‌rainfall eased, but some residents remained stranded in their homes.

Published – September 27, 2026 05:39 pm IST

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