Pattaya Authorities Inspect Markets After Complaints over Monks’ Alms-Round Practices

Pattaya monks slammed for loitering at markets for alms

Pattaya monks slammed for loitering at markets for almsLegacyPattaya’s bustling markets are under scrutiny after officials found monks standing outside shops and food stalls waiting for alms, behaviour critics say undermines the sanctity of Buddhist practice. The inspections, led by Bang Lamung District Chief Officer along with subdistrict monks and local agencies, followed complaints that monks were abandoning their traditional morning alms rou…

Pattaya authorities inspect markets after complaints over monks’ alms-round practices

Authorities step in as complaints mount over monks skipping traditional alms walks, threatening the reputation of Buddhism. PATTAYA, Thailand – Local authorities, including the Banglamung District Chief Officer, sub-district head monks, and relevant agencies, recently conducted inspections at several Pattaya markets after complaints surfaced about monks allegedly sitting and waiting to receive alms rather than walking during their traditional al…

Pattaya Authorities Crack Down on Monks’ Improper Alms Collection

The Pattaya News =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- PATTAYA, Thailand – On September 2nd, 2025, at 5:30 AM, Banglamung District Chief Nathaphob Yomjinda, alongside Phra Kru Phisal Jariyagorn, the abbot of Wat Tham Samakkee and head of Nakluea Subdistrict’s monastic community, led a joint operation to address complaints about monks engaging in improper alms collection. The team, consisting of administrative officials, Chonburi’s Office […] Pattaya Authorities Crac…