The resignation of General Suchinda Kraprayoon was a significant event in Thailand’s tumultuous political landscape. After a military coup in 1991, Suchinda assumed the position of Prime Minister, which drew criticism due to his authoritarian rule. In early 1992, discontent grew among students, political activists, and everyday citizens who called for an end to military governance and the restoration of democratic principles. Protests began in earnest during April, leading to a larger movement. On May 17, a major protest took place in Bangkok, where demonstrators were met with a violent crackdown by security forces. This escalation drew national and international attention to the predicament of democracy in Thailand.

As protests continued to swell in size, galvanized by the brutal military response, public sentiment against military rule became increasingly unified. On May 20, large-scale demonstrations saw participants numbering in the hundreds of thousands, demanding the resignation of Suchinda and the restoration of civilian rule. The government’s attempts to quell dissent were met with further protests and widespread condemnation. The situation reached a critical point when the government declared martial law. Ultimately, after days of mounting tensions and chaos, on May 24, General Suchinda Kraprayoon announced his resignation, signifying a dramatic shift in Thailand's governance. His departure was celebrated by protestors, who viewed it as a victory for democracy and civil rights.