**Thai Local Administration Day: Honoring Decentralization and Democracy**
The Historical Decision of 1905 On March 18, 1905, a significant shift happened in the governance of Thailand. King Chulalongkorn, also known as Rama V, made a groundbreaking move that forever changed the course of local administration in the nation. His Majesty bestowed royal grace upon the Tha Chalom Subdistrict, transforming it into “Sukhaphiban Tha Chalom.” This act wasn’t just about changing a name; it was the first step towards decentralization, entrusting the people of the locality with the power to govern themselves.
