The year 2026 was another year that the people of Dej-Udom District, Ubon Ratchathani Province, had a story to be proud of, including the success of Ton Tien Wat Mueang Dej, the advancement to the national stage of the Dej-Decha country band, and the work of the two Thai national team athletes "Kai" Wimolrat Tanaphan and "Thip" Orawan Paranang, who joined together to create a reputation for their hometown through international competitions.
The temple tree of Muang Dej won the big carving category.
Mueang Dej Temple Candle Tree wins first prizeA large carved type of candlestick.Along with the royal trophy in the Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival of the year 2026, reflecting the craftsmanship of the candles and the cooperation of the community that together continue the unique arts of the province.
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This year's work conveyed the story of "Phra Public A", which persevered through details, carvings, and elements of large candlesticks. The award was shared by the temple candlestickers and the people who contributed to make Desh's work visible to the audience at Ubon Ratchathani's important traditions.
Dejdecha Country Band 10 Finalists "Ferris Wheel 2026"
Music and performanceDejdecha Luktung Band, Dejdej Udom SchoolMaking it to the final 10, “Ferris Wheel 2026” opened a space for young people from Dej Udom district to showcase their talents on the national stage.
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The band's performance is a collaboration of singers, musicians and performers under the training and supervision of the teachers. This round is a proud work of the school. It is also an opportunity to present the charm of country music and Isan art culture to the audience. "Dejdecha" and the city of Dejdeudueng even more.
"Chicken" joins the Thai national team to win the Asian championship with Olympic tickets
On the Volleyball Trail"Chicken" Wimonrat TanaphanThai national volleyball team player Chao Dej-Udom is one of the members of Thailand's national team that won the 2026 Asian Women's Volleyball Championship after defeating the Chinese national team in the final of 3-2 sets in Tianjin, China on August 30, 2026.
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The victory was the fourth Asian champion of the Thai girls team and also allowed the Thai women's volleyball team to qualify for the tournament.Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games for the first time in historyHaving athletes from Dej Udom in the key team is another memory that the locals have gladly shared.
"Nong Thip" won the Asian Women's Doubles Bronze Medal 2026
Another work on the international sports arena belongs to"Thip" Orawan ParanangThai national table tennis team players in Dej Udom district who are paired with"Female" Suthasinee SewatrabutrWomen's Doubles Bronze Medal at the 20th Asian Games “Aichi – Nagoya 2026”, Japan
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Both reached the quarterfinals with a 3-2 game win over South Korea's counterparts. Going into the semi-finals, Thailand has already won a pair of women's medals and is an important performance in the history of Thai women's table tennis at the Asian Games.
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In the semi-final, the pair of Orawan and Suthasini were defeated by a pair from China by 0-4 games with scores of 6-11, 8-11, 5-11 and 6-11. Finishing with a bronze medal added another achievement to the Thai sport scene and pride for the Dej Udom people.
Achievements that inspire your hometown
From the craftsmanship of the candle art, the talent of the youth on the music stage, to the determination of the national team athletes, these works show the talents of the Dej Udom people in many areas. Behind each success, there are families, teachers, trainers, teammates, and the community who have continuously supported them.
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The year 2026 is the “golden year of the people of Dej” with both prestigious awards and important steps to admire and pass on the inspiration to the next generation of young people to dare to practice and develop their talents to build pride in themselves and their homeland.