PDRM Ready to Ensure Smooth Johor and Negeri Sembilan State Elections, Thousands of Officers to Be Deployed
KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has assured the public that the upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan will be conducted smoothly and safely, with security preparations being intensified ahead of polling day.
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the police force is enhancing its level of preparedness, including deploying additional personnel to ensure the electoral process proceeds in an orderly and peaceful manner.
According to him, Johor is expected to require a substantial number of officers due to its size and the large number of state constituencies involved.
“In Johor, I have been informed that we will require between 4,000 and 5,000 police personnel.
“Johor is a large state with approximately 56 state assembly seats being contested.
“We have to ensure that all polling centres and designated voting channels are properly secured,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the Perangi Scam: Dua Pasukan Satu Matlamat programme here today.
Mohd Khalid said the number of officers to be deployed in Johor and Negeri Sembilan would ultimately depend on the requirements submitted by the respective state police chiefs.
He said PDRM is prepared to mobilise additional manpower whenever necessary to guarantee public safety and maintain order throughout the election period.
“The number of officers and personnel deployed will depend on the requests made by the state police chiefs.
“We will provide the best possible assistance to ensure that the elections are conducted smoothly and successfully,” he said.
The police chief noted that PDRM has extensive experience in handling elections and would utilise that expertise to ensure security arrangements are comprehensive and effective.
He said the force would focus not only on polling day itself but also on maintaining security throughout the nomination process, campaign period and early voting stages.
Authorities will also monitor activities that could potentially disrupt public order, including acts of provocation or violations of election laws.
“The role of the police is not limited to guarding polling centres.
“We are responsible for ensuring that the entire democratic process can take place in a peaceful and harmonious environment,” he said.
Mohd Khalid urged political parties, candidates and supporters to respect the law and avoid actions that could create tension or jeopardise public order.
He stressed that political maturity and cooperation from all parties are essential to ensuring a successful election.
According to him, the police will not hesitate to take action against anyone found violating the law or attempting to create disturbances during the election period.
The Election Commission has fixed July 11 as polling day for the Johor state election, while voters in Negeri Sembilan will head to the polls on August 1.
The two elections are expected to attract significant national attention as they will test the strength of major political parties following recent shifts in Malaysia’s political landscape.
As campaigning intensifies, public security and the smooth conduct of the electoral process are expected to remain top priorities for the authorities to ensure voters can exercise their democratic rights safely and confidently.
