Royal Thai Army Honors Brave Soldiers with Royal Cremation Ceremony and Promotions

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The Royal Thai Army held a royal cremation ceremony to honor four brave soldiers who lost their lives defending national sovereignty. The ceremony was presided over by senior commanders, including General Pana Klaewplodthuk, Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Army, and General Nattawut Nakanakorn, Deputy Commander-in-Chief. The soldiers were granted military promotions and generous cash grants, totaling over 8 million baht. The Royal Thai Army has saluted the soldiers as national heroes, and their families will receive support and assistance to honor their sacrifice.

Key Takeaways:

  • Four brave soldiers were posthumously promoted to higher ranks, with Sgt. Chirayu Singh-on receiving a seven-level special promotion and Sgt. Maj. Kritsada Noikhot receiving a seven-level special promotion.
  • The Royal Thai Army granted generous cash grants to the families of the deceased soldiers, totaling over 8 million baht.
  • The soldiers were honored with a royal cremation ceremony, with senior commanders presiding over the event.
  • The Royal Thai Army has pledged to provide support and assistance to the families of the deceased soldiers.
  • The soldiers were widely praised by the Royal Thai Army as national heroes who will be forever remembered.

Statistics:

  • Total cash grants awarded to the families of the deceased soldiers: 8,494,699 baht (Rs. 1,140,341 + Rs. 2,061,513 + Rs. 2,128,842 + Rs. 2,204,903)
  • Number of soldiers promoted posthumously: 4
  • Number of senior commanders who presided over the royal cremation ceremony: 4
  • Total years of service for the deceased soldiers: N/A
  • Date of death for each of the deceased soldiers: Juy 24, 2015 (Woranchit Yuangsuwan); July 25, 2015 (Chirayu Singh-on, Nopphon Boonlert, Kritsada Noikhot)

Sources:

  • "Royal Thai Army Honors Brave Soldiers with Royal Cremation Ceremony and Promotions" - Thai News Agency (July 30, 2025)
  • "Royal Thai Army Holds Royal Cremation Ceremony for Four Brave Soldiers" - Thai News Agency (July 30, 2025)