KOTA BARU – The Kelantan police will establish one-stop centres in each district police headquarters to make it easier for political parties to obtain permits for political talks for the duration of the upcoming state election.
Its chief, Datuk Muhamad Zaki Harun, said these one-stop centres will commence operations a day after nomination day, which falls on Saturday.
“Apart from this, they (parties) can obtain advice on suitable places to hold talks, as we do not want any clashes.
“We want the election process to go well in an atmosphere of brotherhood and friendship. The question of attracting votes is a different matter, but we have to take care, in terms of harmony and good manners,” he said.
He said this at a press conference after the Kelantan police contingent headquarters monthly assembly here today.
Elaborating further, Zaki said the Kelantan police contingent headquarters has also got an additional 2,197 personnel to assist during the state polls this time.
“The existing personnel total over 5,000, however, we have added more personnel for the election period.
“Our side will always give advice and assistance if needed. We hope the state election will run smoothly,” he said.
Meanwhile, Zaki also said police had received reports of vandalism of party flags in several districts throughout Kelantan, but these cases have been resolved.
“Right now, everything is under control. We remind party supporters to keep internal party issues private to avoid bringing them up in public and causing a disturbance to others.
“Stricter action will be imposed on party supporters in the event of untoward incidents,” he added.
Six states – Selangor, Negri Sembilan, Penang, Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu – will go to the polls on August 12. Nominations are set for July 29, with early voting on August 8. – July 26, 2023