Anti-government protesters gathered in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, yesterday (October 15). Hundreds of students, lecturers, and residents converged on the Chiang Mai University as similar rallies took place in the capital Bangkok.

They ended the political activity by lighting the candle and singing songs calling for ''democracy'' in the country. Thai anti-government and pro-democracy rallies and protests have grown since the start of the year.

Activists are calling for the resignation of the prime minister, constitutional changes, and reform of the monarchy. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has claimed a mixture of disaffected opposition, foreign influence, and social media 'bots' are stirring up the unrest.