KANCHANABURI — Lt. Gen. Worayot Luengsuwan, commander of Thailand’s First Army, visited the 1st Army rapid deployment battalion (RDF) training at the 9th Infantry Division’s tactical training area in Phanom Thuan district.
During the visit, Lt. Gen. Worayot received a briefing on the RDF battalion’s exercises, which are part of the Army’s operational readiness plan. The training began with a garrison phase in Ta Phraya district, Sa Kaeo province, from 26–30 March, followed by the field phase from 3–9 April. Today’s inspection included live-fire exercises (LFX) and a visit to the training exhibition.
The commander also addressed the troops, urging units to focus on all aspects of training. He encouraged soldiers with combat experience along the eastern border to apply their knowledge in line with current operational needs, and emphasised teamwork, leadership, and discipline.
Lt. Gen. Worayot presented morale-boosting supplies to the troops, supporting local agricultural products to help ease economic hardships in the area.
The First Army’s RDF battalion is designed as a high-readiness unit, equipped with modern weaponry, capable of rapid deployment during emergencies, and enhancing border defence operations to safeguard national sovereignty.
