Bangkok: Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced on Thursday his intention to "return power to the people," fueling speculation about the potential dissolution of the parliament and the calling of a snap election. In a statement on Facebook, Anutin declared, "I have returned power to the people," as reported by Thai PBS.

According to Anadolu Agency, multiple media reports, including those from public broadcaster Thai PBS and The Nation, indicate that Anutin has submitted a royal motion to dissolve the parliament, which could lead to early elections. This development unfolds amidst ongoing border clashes with Cambodia that have resulted in at least 15 casualties.

Anutin, representing the conservative Bhumjaithai Party, was elected as Thailand's 32nd prime minister with support from the People's Party, defeating Chaikasem Nitisiri of the ruling Pheu Thai Party on September 5. His government, however, remains a minority administration.

Earlier today, The Nation reported that the parliament was engaged in a session concerning the draft constitutional amendment bill, which had already passed the parliamentary committee's scrutiny. Discussions focused on the voting threshold required to approve a new constitution, with the Bhumjaithai Party breaking ranks from the People's Party on the issue of Senate veto power.

The proposed constitutional amendments sought approval by a simple majority, but the session decided to maintain the requirement for at least one-third of senators' support, a stance backed by several Bhumjaithai Party lawmakers.

Earlier reports from The Nation also highlighted that leaders of the People's Party were mobilizing their lawmakers to sign a motion aimed at initiating a no-confidence vote against Anutin's administration. However, there is no official confirmation yet regarding the submission of the motion for the dissolution of parliament.