Melaka polls: 3,332 police officers, including 299 traffic personnel, deployed to ensure smooth voting process

A total of 299 traffic personnel, including 130 reinforcements from other contingents and formations, are scheduled to be on duty tomorrow on polling day for the 16th Melaka state election with a focus on areas surrounding the polling stations. — Picture by Choo Choy May

First Published: Friday, 13 Nov 2026 2:32 PM MYT

MELAKA, Nov 13 — A total of 299 traffic personnel, including 130 reinforcements from other contingents and formations, are scheduled to be on duty tomorrow on polling day for the 16th Melaka state election with a focus on areas surrounding the polling stations.

Melaka Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) chief, Superintendent Muhammad Zaki Ramat, said a total of 3,332 police officers and personnel have been deployed to ensure public safety and order on polling day.

He added that traffic personnel have also been stationed along various entry routes into the state including highways, federal roads, and state roads to ensure smooth traffic flow.

“We believe that most voters returning from outside Melaka have already arrived in the state. We are also aware that Melaka tends to get somewhat congested on weekends due to the influx of tourists, the arrival of voters accompanied by their families, and the presence of party supporters who have already gathered here.

‘Therefore, our priority for tomorrow is to ensure smooth traffic flow, with a specific focus on areas around the polling stations,’ he told reporters after appearing at the MelakaFM studio here today.

Muhammad Zaki said Bukit Aman has also provided high-powered motorcycles for traffic personnel to use throughout their deployment for the 16th Melaka state election.

He noted that areas receiving particular attention include the Kesidang constituency which has over 50,000 voters as well as Kota Laksamana and Ayer Keroh, both of which also have large numbers of voters.

‘Traffic monitoring will cover main roads and routes near polling stations in six constituencies namely Gadek, Kelebang, Pengkalan Batu, Ayer Keroh, Bukit Katil, and Bemban where four-cornered contests are taking place,’ he said.

Muhammad Zaki added that the police have also established a special team tasked with clearing routes obstructed by accidents, ensuring that voters’ journeys remain unaffected.

‘We do not want any excuses for voters being unable to cast their ballots due to traffic congestion or other issues. Should any incident or accident occur, please notify us. We have a dedicated response team ready to clear the scene promptly.

‘We will do our utmost to ensure that all field operations and traffic flow remain smooth, so as not to disrupt the voting process,’ he said.

He also advised the public to plan their journeys in advance, follow the instructions of traffic personnel, and avoid parking vehicles in a way that obstructs the path; additionally, he urged people to give priority to the elderly and persons with disabilities at polling centers.

Get the latest news on the 16th Melaka state election at https://election.bernama.com/prn/melaka/2026/. — Bernama