All eyes on Nov 14 as police strengthen readiness for Melaka vote

Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail during a working visit to the Melaka Contingent Police Headquarters. — picture via Facebook/Polis Melaka

First Published: Saturday, 07 Nov 2026 6:56 PM MYT

MELAKA, Nov 7 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is strengthening its level of preparedness to ensure public safety and order are maintained throughout the 16th Melaka State Election, which will be held on Nov 14.

According to a post on the Melaka Police Facebook page, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail, in his address during a working visit to the Melaka Contingent Police Headquarters (IPK) yesterday, touched on several matters, including duty assignment, security management and the responsibilities of every personnel in ensuring the smooth conduct of the election process.

“He emphasised that all members of the force must always maintain professionalism, integrity and discipline while carrying out their duties, and ensure that all actions are guided by the law and established standard operating procedures (SOPs),” it added.

According to the post, Mohd Khalid also reminded PDRM personnel to safeguard the confidentiality of official information, strengthen esprit de corps and ensure compliance with the chain of command and control to guarantee the effectiveness of every assignment.

In the same address, he also emphasised the importance of the welfare, safety and physical and mental health of all personnel.

“Supervising officers are also reminded to always pay attention to the needs and welfare of personnel under their supervision, ensuring that their motivation and commitment to carrying out their duties remain at the highest level,” it added.

During the visit, Mohd Khalid also inspected the Melaka State Election Operations Room to gain an overview of operational preparations and the mechanisms for coordinating personnel deployment, and was briefed on the current security situation, local issues, and the contingent’s strategic planning.

“He (Mohd Khalid) also emphasised that the success of the assignments for the 16th Melaka State Election depends on the unity, discipline and preparedness of all PDRM personnel in ensuring that the election is conducted in a peaceful and controlled environment,” it added.

Mohd Khalid subsequently continued his visit to the Melaka Tengah District Police Headquarters (IPD), where he addressed the personnel, urging them to remain prepared, strengthen cooperation and give their full commitment in carrying out their entrusted responsibilities.

Polling is on Nov 14, with early voting set for Nov 10.

For updates on the state election, visit https://election.bernama.com/prn/melaka/2026/. — Bernama