Princess Bajrakitiyabha of Thailand died after being in a coma for over three years

Princess Bajrakitiyabha was an important member of Thailand's royal family. She was the king's oldest daughter. In December 2022, something sad happened to her.

The princess was exercising with her dogs. This was something she did regularly. Suddenly, she collapsed. She fell to the ground. Doctors rushed to help her. They found she had a serious health problem. She fell into a coma. A coma is a deep sleep. A person in a coma cannot wake up.

For more than three years, the princess stayed in the hospital. Her family visited her often. Many people in Thailand prayed for her. They hoped she would wake up one day. But her condition did not improve.

The princess was very young. She had many responsibilities in her country. Thai people loved and respected her. She worked to help poor communities. She supported education for children. She cared about the environment.

Medical teams worked hard to care for her. They gave her the best treatment. But sometimes, doctors cannot help a patient get better. After more than three years, the princess passed away. Her family and the Thai people were very sad. Thailand mourned the loss of this important princess.

Her life showed that accidents can happen quickly. One moment, a person is healthy. The next moment, everything changes. The princess's story reminds us to appreciate our families. We should spend time with people we love.

Inspired by reporting from BBC News.