On October 6, 2025, Dr. Supranee Sithikan, Dean of Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom, Nakhon Phanom University, led administrators, faculty members, staff, and students to participate in the Lantern Lighting Ceremony of Nakhon Phanom University’s Illuminated Boat as part of the Nakhon Phanom World Illuminated Boat Festival and Red Cross Fair 2025, to honor and preserve the long-standing cultural tradition of Nakhon Phanom.
On this occasion, Nakhon Phanom University was honored by the presence of Acting Sub-Lieutenant Ruairung Khraibut, Deputy Governor of Nakhon Phanom Province, along with representatives from partner organizations including PEA ENCOM International Co., Ltd., Nakhon Phanom Chamber of Commerce, and KWHB Co., Ltd. They jointly lit the ceremonial lanterns symbolizing unity and faith, marking the fifth night of the Nakhon Phanom University Illuminated Boat Show, held annually to celebrate the Buddhist Lent Festival.
The ceremony was presided over by Professor Emeritus Dr. Thawatchai Supadis, President of Nakhon Phanom University, and attended by a large number of locals and visitors who came to witness the breathtaking lights of faith along the Mekong River.
In addition, Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom contributed to the festive atmosphere by presenting the cultural performance “Fhon Sin Thin Phanom” and a folk music performance by nursing students, showcasing the university’s cultural identity and community collaboration in preserving the meaningful tradition of the Illuminated Boat Procession. The event took place at the “Way of the Illuminated Boat” Pavilion, jointly organized by Nakhon Phanom Municipality and Nakhon Phanom University, in front of Sunthornvijit School, along the Mekong River, Mueang Nakhon Phanom District.
The Nakhon Phanom World Illuminated Boat Festival and Red Cross Fair 2025 is held from September 27 to October 8, 2025, with Nakhon Phanom University and Boromarajonani College of Nursing Nakhon Phanom proudly taking part in conserving and promoting this unique cultural heritage — a reflection of the unity and pride of Nakhon Phanom people.
