April 10, 2024

Collective Resilience Network and MIT Urban Risk Lab have teamed up with The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and Bangkok Bank to introduce "Happining.City," a digital mapping initiative for Songkran 2024. Accessible via the Happining.City website, the platform consolidates information on all 118 Songkran festival locations throughout Bangkok. The website provides detailed insights into each event's format, enabling users to pinpoint specific activities and explore various venues. It also shows alerts on road-closures to residents navigate the city during the event.

Happining.City encourages active participation by allowing users to share updates on water play spots, event ambiance, and traffic conditions in real-time. Integration with the LINE app simplifies the process of pinning locations, ensuring user-friendly engagement. Additionally, the platform offers coordinates for recommended Songkran destinations and updates on Wan Lai 2024 in Pattaya City, including beachfront traffic arrangements.

Supported by Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt, the digital mapping initiative seeks to enhance convenience and safety during Songkran, fostering a distributed and enjoyable experience across the city. With a focus on community engagement and cultural preservation, the platform invites locals and tourists alike to partake in the festivities while contributing to the collective spirit of the occasion.