30 MPs 'plan to join Bhumjaithai'

Bhumjaithai Party strongman Newin Chidchob, also the chairman of Buriram United FC, right, celebrates his birthday with Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul, centre, and his younger brother, Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob, far left, in Buri Ram on Tuesday. (Photo: Anutin Charnvirakul Facebook)

More than 30 MPs, including some from the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), are expected to defect to the Bhumjaithai Party ahead of the next general election, according to a source.

This could help the party meet its goal of winning 120 seats in the polls, expected next year, the source said.