General : Melaka Polls: 1,159 Police Personnel Deployed On Nomination Day - State Police Chief
ALOR GAJAH, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- A total of 1,159 police personnel were deployed throughout Melaka today to ensure that the nomination process for the 16th Melaka state election proceeded smoothly and in a controlled manner.
Melaka police have deployed 1,159 personnel to ensure security during the 14-day campaign for the 16th Melaka state election, as reported on October 31, 2026. The deployment is spread across various districts, with 511 officers from Melaka Tengah, 378 from Alor Gajah, and 270 from Jasin. The police chief, Datuk Wira Dzulkhairi Mukhtar, emphasized the importance of adhering to election laws and regulations set by the Election Commission.
He cautioned against provocation and behavior that could disrupt public order, promising professional and impartial handling of any violations. The police also vowed to monitor social media activity closely to counter false information, defamatory content, and any material instigating racial, religious, or royal tensions. Dzulkhairi urged candidates, political parties, and supporters to conduct their campaigns responsibly, respecting unity among communities and avoiding actions that could undermine social harmony.
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