King & Queen lead national tribute to late Princess Bajrakitiyabha of Thailand
Key takeaways
- The religious rites were held at the Phiman Rattaya Throne Hall inside the Grand Palace.
- A post shared by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar (@kingjigmekhesar)
- Elevation of Honors: By royal decree, His Majesty instructed officials to read a command elevating the formal honors of Princess Bajrakitiyabha.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize BANGKOK — His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Her Majesty Queen Suthida presided over the solemn royal funeral and merit-making ceremonies for the late Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati. The religious rites were held at the Phiman Rattaya Throne Hall inside the Grand Palace.
Accompanied by key members of the Royal Family—including Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana Rajakanya, Prince Dipangkorn Rasmijoti, and Royal Noble Consort Sineenat Bilaskalayani—the King and Queen participated in the traditional Buddhist Abhidhamma chanting ceremonies to honor the late Princess, who passed away on June 11, 2026, at the age of 47.
A post shared by His Majesty King Jigme Khesar (@kingjigmekhesar)