Wisanu Subsompon
Wisanu Subsompon | |
|---|---|
วิศณุ ทรัพย์สมพล | |
| Deputy Governor of Bangkok | |
| Assumed office 1 June 2022 Serving with Sanon Wangsrangboon, Chakkapan Phewngam (2022–2026), Tavida Kamolvej and Pornphrom Vikitset (2026–present) | |
| Governor | Chadchart Sittipunt |
| Personal details | |
| Education | Chulalongkorn University (BEng) Carnegie Mellon University (MEng, PhD) |
Wisanu Subsompon (Thai: วิศณุ ทรัพย์สมพล, RTGS: Wisanu Sapsomphon) is a Thai academic and politician, currently serving as a Deputy Governor of Bangkok.[1] Prior to his appointment, Wisanu was Vice President for Property and Physical Management a Chulalongkorn University and an associate professor of civil engineering.[2]
Early life and education
Wisanu received a bachelors of engineering from Chulalongkorn University, and an MS and Ph.D in civil engineering from Carnegie Mellon University.
Career
Wisanu is charged with Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) infrastructure, water drainage and traffic.[1] He has helped to coordinate emergency preparation and response to flooding in Bangkok, including from Typhoon Noru.[3][4] Wisanu has overseen the drafting of the Bangkok Comprehensive Plan's fourth revision, due to be released in mid-2027.[5]
References
- 1 2 Wancharoen, Supoj (2 June 2022). "Chadchart names his four deputies on Day 1". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ↑ Bunnag, Tatat (11 July 2022). "Shopping in comfort". Bangkok Post. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ↑ "Bangkok braced for Storm Noru". Pattaya Mail. 30 September 2022. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ↑ Nation, The (6 October 2022). "Flood situation will not be as severe as in 2011, Chadchart assures Bangkokians". nationthailand. Retrieved 10 October 2022.
- ↑ "Updated city plan primes for 2027 start". Bangkok Post. 2 June 2025. Retrieved 18 May 2026.