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Thai Government Introduces 'Homes for Thais' Housing Initiative

Thai Government Introduces 'Homes for Thais' Housing Initiative

The new scheme aims to address the housing shortage affecting millions of Thai families.
The Thai government has officially launched the 'Homes for Thais' initiative, a significant housing project designed to address the housing shortage affecting nearly 5.87 million Thai families, which represents 27% of the population who currently do not own homes.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra inaugurated the scheme at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, underscoring the government's commitment to improving citizens' quality of life.

During the launch, Prime Minister Shinawatra emphasized the government’s focus on developing policies that enable citizens to access state welfare programs, aiming to improve living standards and provide a sense of pride among Thai people.

The programme is a collaborative effort by the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Finance, and the State Railway of Thailand.

Model homes, including single-family houses and three condominium alternatives, were showcased at the event.

Prime Minister Shinawatra, along with her family, toured the show homes, which include unit sizes starting from 24 square metres.

The launch attracted significant public interest, with the registration website encountering technical difficulties shortly after becoming operational.

Many citizens arrived early at the location to secure a position in the queue, highlighting the strong demand for affordable housing.

Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungruangkit announced that the scheme had identified 25 provinces with potential for development, with four pilot areas selected for initial construction: Km. 11 (Vibhavadi), Thonburi, Chiang Mai, and Chiang Rak.

These areas were selected due to their proximity to public transport.

The Thai government has set an ambitious target to create 300,000 new homeowners during its tenure, with the first phase aiming to deliver 5,000 units along railway corridors.

The Ministry of Transport indicated that the selection of successful applicants will be conducted through a lottery system overseen by the Government Lottery Office, with results expected within three months.

Addressing concerns about market impact, Prime Minister Shinawatra clarified that the scheme is designed for urban dwellers with low income, who face challenges accessing the existing property market.

She stated the initiative would utilise underdeveloped land for citizens' benefit, rather than competing with the current market.

Construction is anticipated to begin after the lottery announcement, with the first residents expected to occupy their new homes by 2026. This initiative is a major component of the government's welfare programme, which seeks to offer dignified living conditions to Thai citizens who have previously struggled to enter the property market.

With a focus on affordable housing near transportation networks, the 'Homes for Thais' scheme has the potential to significantly impact the lives of numerous families across the nation.
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