Labor Minister Expresses Condolences After Ladprao Entertainment Venue Fire
The Labor Minister offered condolences following a fire at a Ladprao Road entertainment venue in early July and ordered investigations into safety compliance and relief efforts for victims and their families.
Labor Minister Julphand Amornvivat announced on July 13, 2025, via his personal Facebook that he extends his condolences and sympathy to all those who lost their lives in the fire at an entertainment venue on Ladprao Road, which broke out in the early hours. He also sent encouragement to the injured, affected families, and all emergency responders, hoping they emerge from this tragedy with strength and safety.
Regarding relief for the affected, the minister ordered the Department of Labor Protection and Welfare to exercise authority under the Occupational Safety, Health and Environmental Protection at Work Act B.E. 2554, along with ministerial regulations on fire prevention and electrical safety standards, to conduct on-site investigations.
Additionally, the Social Security Office has been instructed to urgently verify and process benefits for all affected persons to ensure assistance is delivered efficiently and fairly. "I will monitor this matter closely and provide updates as there are new developments," the minister said.
