Military intervention needed to propel democracy forward: Thai Ambassador By Bhola B Rana Kathmandu, 26 Sept: Thai Ambassador Mrs Vanvisa Thamrongnavasawat said the 19 September ‘military intervention’ in Thailand was to propel democracy forward. "I wish to point out that early indications seem to suggest that Thailand needed to take this step to propel our democracy forward," Mrs Vanvisa said. She said one independent poll indicated 84 percent people supported the political change. "Another 75 percent also believe that it will improve our political situation," a statement issued by her said. "Such public support should not, however, be interpreted in any way that our people has turned against democracy. … the Council for Democratic Reform (CDR) has clearly stated that it would return power to the Thai people at the earliest opportunity," the statement added. "No one should doubt that Thailand would resolutely pursue the path of democratic reform to achieve sustainable progress and stability for it people," Mrs Vanvisa said.