A wife's long-standing fight for the truth
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It's been five long years since Nicha Hiranburana Thuwatham lost her husband, General Romklao Thuwatham, in a violent clash near Kok Wua intersection during the 2010 crackdown. Nicha tells The Nation about how she has been coping with the tough, long-dra
THE INVESTIGATION PROCESS HAS BEEN SLOW. DO YOU THINK THE CHANCE OF FINDING THE TRUTH AND SEEKING JUSTICE WILL FADE OVER TIME?
It is likely that the chance of finding the truth will reduce over time. However, if people remain aware that finding justice now will ensure personal security for them and their children in the future, then they will understand why it is so difficult for me to let go. I am very sad that the incident was repeated again in 2013 and 2014. Under these circumstances, who can guarantee that this will never happen again in the future?
However, the words of encouragement and support I keep receiving highlights the fact that people are well-aware of this and will not let it go.
My husband was killed while working to ensure the security of one and all, including that of the wrongdoer.
AS ONE OF THE FAMILIES WHO HAVE LOST A RELATIVE IN THE CRACKDOWN, HAVE YOU SEEN ANY CHANGES AFTER FOUR YEARS OF CONSTANT FIGHTING TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH?
Though the investigation process has made little progress, I still continue to fight for justice. My intention is to let people involved in the reconciliation process to realise every dimension of the problem. It is also crucial for the reconciliation process to be based on justice, good governance and the rule of law – so there is peaceful coexistence in society.
AFTER FIVE YEARS, DO YOU FEEL DISCOURAGED?
I will continue to hunt for the truth no matter what happens. The wrongdoers have to repent. This is to prevent similar violence in the future.
Also, I don’t want to see any other family experiencing this same loss – losing their beloved.
WHAT ARE THE PRINCIPLES THAT YOU LIVE BY EVERY DAY TO HELP GUIDE YOU THROUGH ALL THE DIFFICULTIES?
A clear conscience is what’s helping me through the challenges. The only thing I want is merit derived from my goodwill toward the nation and society.
This will help my husband’s soul to find peace in heaven and finally allow me to meet him one day. Hence, no matter what happens, I will remain firm in my stance to move forward and look for justice.
