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A poignant example is Lamon Bunyong, a 71-year-old fisherman who has spent his life at sea. He now struggles to make ends meet as his fishing income has plummeted—from around 10,000 Baht daily to just 1,000 Baht—due to reduced fish stocks and increased pollution. Similarly, a local chicken farm was devastated by flooding, which many believe was worsened by land clearing activities for industrial sites.

Many villagers feel excluded from decision-making processes and are concerned about environmental impacts, pollution, and the long-term sustainability of their communities. While authorities cite improvements like better roads and infrastructure, residents remain wary that economic progress may come at the expense of their traditional livelihoods.