The Supreme Patriarch has donated 2 million baht for the purchase of face masks for monks across the country to protect themselves from Covid-19, said Prime Minister's Office Minister Tewan Liptapallop.
He said the masks will be given to monks, as well as temple visitors. Each temple will also be disinfected every week.
Temples are considered vulnerable sites for Covid-19 transmission due to large gatherings of worshippers.
Mr Tewan said the temples have been encouraged to remain open as usual to provide guidance to people facing troubles caused by the spread of the virus.
“Temples are vulnerable spots, but they have to remain open because religions help people."