Despite over 60% of insured individuals voting to cancel it, the Social Security Office (SSO) insists on producing its annual calendar. Labour Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn stated that such projects require a one-year lead time. He acknowledged the majority's dissent but emphasized that about 30% still support the initiative, asserting that the rights of the minority should be respected and not suppressed by the majority.
Meanwhile, Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, MP from the People's Party, voiced concern over the decision. He warned that if the SSO insists on using insured individuals' funds to produce the calendar despite public opposition, thorough investigations must follow. Any sign of misconduct should be reported immediately to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
He outlined critical points that require scrutiny:
- Is the production quantity and cost reasonable?
- Are procurement documents and procedures valid?
- Was the bidding process legitimate?
- Does the delivered quantity match the ordered amount?
- Is the calendar distribution justified and timely?
- Were any calendars resold?
He stressed that any irregularities found must lead to legal action against all involved officials, without exception. He also called on the public to provide any evidence of corruption or misconduct in the calendar production and distribution for further legal pursuit.