Princess Ubolratana encourages youth to build confidence and lead drug-free lives

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Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya presides over the 35th TO BE NUMBER ONE camp closing ceremony, celebrating young talents and promoting positive lifestyles.

PATHUM THANI, Thailand – Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi presided over the closing ceremony of the 35th TO BE NUMBER ONE Member Development Camp on October 30, 2026, encouraging young participants to develop their potential, build confidence, and adopt drug-free lifestyles.

​The camp brought together young members from across Thailand for activities that developed their abilities and life skills through English language learning, arts, sports, singing, and dancing. The program provided opportunities for creative expression, self-confidence building, and strengthening interpersonal skills.



During the ceremony, Her Royal Highness observed performances that showcased participants’ talents and listened to their experiences and reflections on the camp. Her Royal Highness also offered encouragement, emphasizing the importance of self-belief, appropriate self-expression, constructive use of talents, and commitment to a drug-free life. She encouraged participants to become responsible young adults and future leaders.

The event included representatives from relevant agencies, such as the Pathum Thani Governor, provincial officials, and representatives from the Ministries of Education and Interior. The National Broadcasting Services of Thailand (NBT), under the Public Relations Department, was represented by Sakkara Ratchawat, a public relations network development specialist.


Organized under the TO BE NUMBER ONE initiative by the Department of Mental Health, Ministry of Public Health, the camp promotes comprehensive youth development and strengthens emotional resilience and essential life skills. The program encourages young people to recognize their self-worth, use their free time constructively, and pursue positive futures without drugs. (NNT)