On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Khon Kaen University (KKU) participated in the sacred ceremony to receive the Royal Command from the Supreme Patriarch appointing Phra Prom Wachira Dilok (Saman Sumetho) as the official Abbot of Wat Pa Saeng Arun, a Royal Monastery located in Phra Lap Sub-district, Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province. The distinguished gathering was led by the Ecclesiastical Regional Governor of Region 9 (Dhammayut) and the Ecclesiastical Provincial Governor of Khon Kaen (Dhammayut), alongside senior monastics. Mr. Khajornkiat Rakpanichmanee, the Governor of Khon Kaen Province, presided over the secular proceedings, guiding civil servants and the public to express their profound respect and congratulations on this auspicious occasion.

The grand ceremony, held at the main ordination hall (Sim Isan) of Wat Pa Saeng Arun, was marked by deep reverence and spiritual joy. Representatives from KKU joined hands with various government agencies, academic institutions, and local Buddhist communities to pay homage to Phra Prom Wachira Dilok. The event highlighted the university’s enduring commitment to preserving local cultural traditions and fostering a strong connection with the Buddhist clergy. Throughout the afternoon, attendees participated in congratulatory prayers and merit-making rites, reflecting the harmonious unity between the administrative, academic, and spiritual sectors of Khon Kaen Province.

The participation of Khon Kaen University underscores its pivotal role in community integration and cultural preservation, marking another significant milestone in strengthening the bonds between the university and local religious institutions.