BANGKOK: Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn presided over the opening of the Red Cross Fair 2024 and visited the EGAT Red Cross Shop, highlighting the theme ’10 Projects Continuing the King’s Wishes’, which garnered the Red Cross Shop Award. The event, organized by the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT), embraced an environmentally conscious format, aligning with the broader theme of the fair, ’72nd Birthday of the King, Offering Blessings’.
According to Thai News Agency, the EGAT Red Cross Shop, recognized in the state enterprise, independent organization, and private sector categories, was graciously visited by Her Royal Highness, reflecting the ongoing commitment to sustainability and royal initiatives. The event coincided with significant royal anniversaries, including the auspicious celebrations for His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen. Notable attendees included Dr. Prasert Sinsukprasert, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, and Mr. Thepparat Theppit
ak, Governor of EGAT.
The EGAT Red Cross Shop featured ‘The Kindness Under the Auspices of His Majesty’ concept, showcasing ’10 Projects Continuing the Royal Initiatives’. These initiatives, operated by the Ministry of Energy and EGAT, focus on energy, society, and environmental improvements, aiming to sustainably enhance quality of life. The event emphasized environmental responsibility, marked by the ‘Carbon Neutral Event’ symbol, highlighting efforts in waste reduction, recycled materials usage, and greenhouse gas emissions offsetting.
Visitors to the shop also experienced exhibitions on royal activities, a gallery of royal portraits, and displays by EGAT and the Thai Red Cross Society. Interactive activities included the ‘Pick up stars to win prizes on the honeycomb tree’, offering a chance to win substantial rewards such as gold and electronics. The event promises a warm atmosphere, inviting visitors to share in the spirit of giving at Booth 7.1 from December 11-22, 2024. For further information, visit
ors are encouraged to consult EGAT’s Facebook page.