BANGKOK, Thailand – The Metropolitan Police Bureau has announced temporary traffic closures to facilitate the Central World Countdown 2026 event. During this period, all types of vehicles will be prohibited from using the following routes:
From 12 P.M. (Dec 31, 2025) to 5 A.M. (Jan 1, 2026)
Ratchadamri Road (Pratunam Intersection – Ratchaprasong Intersection)
From 4 P.M. (Dec 31, 2025) to 2 A.M. (Jan 1, 2026)
Ratchadamri Road (Ratchaprasong Intersection – Soi Mahatlek Luang 1)
Rama I Road (Chalermphao Intersection – Ratchaprasong Intersection)
Ploenchit Road (Ratchaprasong Intersection – Chidlom Intersection)
Ratchaprarop Road (Makkasan Nikhom Intersection – Pratunam Intersection)
Phetchaburi Road (Chidlom Intersection – Pratunam Intersection)
The Metropolitan Police Bureau urged road users and event attendees to plan their travel in advance and avoid affected routes to minimise traffic disruption during the New Year holiday period.
In case of emergencies or accidents, the public may contact the police emergency hotline 191, or call 1197 for traffic information and route guidance. (NNT)
