Queen Sirikit Memorial Ceremony: Ratchaburi in Mourning Mode!

Queen Sirikit Memorial Ceremony: Ratchaburi in Mourning Mode!

October 24, 2025 will go down as a memorable day in Thailand's history. On this date, Queen Sirikit, revered as the “Mother of the Nation” for decades, died. At the age of 93, she leaves a noticeable emptiness in the country. Her death has sparked an outpouring of grief, with people laying flowers and lighting candles to remember her. Many citizens express regret for the loss and acknowledge their decades of efforts, particularly in supporting traditional Thai weaving. Thailand tours reports that the Royal Household Bureau confirmed her death that same evening and set a one-year mourning period for the royal family.

To preserve the memories of the Queen, numerous memorial ceremonies have taken place since her death. One of the most significant took place on November 17, 2025 at Wat Mahathat Worawihan in Ratchaburi. The ceremony, presided over by Lieutenant Governor Ms. Waristha Sangwansermsri, began at 4:00 p.m. and will continue at the same time daily until November 24, 2025. The Ratchaburi PRD invites the public to participate in these spiritual activities that include prayer, meditation and listening to Dharma.

A sign of mourning and solidarity

At a time of national mourning, both officials and citizens gathered in mourning attire to pay their respects. During the ceremony, officials wore white mourning uniforms while the general public was asked to dress appropriately. Particularly in Ratchaburi, where ceremonies to consecrate the royal body with water took place, the population was committed and united in their mourning. TBS Ratchaburi reports that citizens' participation in these ceremonies demonstrates admirable solidarity and support for the late Queen's family. The Governor of Ratchaburi, Ms. Thitilak Khampha, presided over one of the ceremonies and had no idea the wave of emotion this would trigger among the population.

These national commemorations are supplemented by other ceremonies that also serve to commemorate the late monarch. Extraordinary events take place in all 76 provinces and 878 districts of Thailand. The next significant ceremonies are scheduled for December 12, 2025 and January 31, 2026 to remember and pray 50 and 100 days after her death.

Queen Sirikit, who was born in Bangkok on August 12, 1932, was not only the wife of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, but also an important figure in social and cultural initiatives. Her SUPPORT Foundation continues to support women in rural areas to this day. These achievements and their tireless efforts are particularly honored during the mourning period and remain alive in the hearts of the Thai people. The public mourning period is 90 days, and during this time many are expected to appear dressed in black or white to express their pain at the loss.