Thailand’s Queen Mother Sirikit, a revered figure in the nation’s history, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2025, at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital in Bangkok. The Bureau of the Royal Household confirmed her death in an official statement, marking the end of a life dedicated to the service of the Thai people. Queen Mother Sirikit had been under continuous medical care since September 7, 2019, due to multiple health complications affecting various bodily systems. Her condition worsened following a bloodstream infection on October 17, 2025, leading to her peaceful passing at 9:21 pm. She was 93 years old. King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has ordered the Bureau of the Royal Household to organize a royal funeral with the highest honors, adhering to traditional protocols. Her remains will be enshrined at the Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall within the Grand Palace. Additionally, the king has declared a one-year mourning period for the Royal Family and officials of the Royal Court, effective immediately. Queen Mother Sirikit’s legacy as a symbol of grace, compassion, and dedication to Thailand’s cultural and social development will be remembered by the nation and beyond.
