AYER KEROH, 7 November 2026 (The Capital Post) – Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail conducted a working visit to the Melaka Police Contingent Headquarters on Friday to assess security preparations for the 16th Melaka State Election.
The visit focused on evaluating operational readiness, personnel deployment and security arrangements to ensure public safety and order throughout the election period.
Mohd Khalid began his visit by addressing approximately 600 police personnel at the Melaka Police Contingent Headquarters, emphasising the importance of thorough planning and effective coordination in carrying out election-related duties.
He reminded officers to maintain professionalism, integrity and political neutrality while ensuring that all operations comply with existing laws and standard operating procedures.
The police chief also inspected the Full Manning Operations Room to assess its monitoring capabilities, information coordination and response mechanisms for managing developments during the election.
During the visit, Melaka Police Chief DCP Datuk Wira Dzulkhairi Mukhtar briefed Mohd Khalid on the contingent’s preparations and operational arrangements for the state election.
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Mohd Khalid subsequently visited the Melaka Tengah District Police Headquarters, where District Police Chief ACP Halim Abas provided a briefing on security preparations at the district level.
He also addressed district police personnel, stressing the need for coordinated deployment, operational discipline and effective planning to ensure that election duties are carried out smoothly.
Mohd Khalid expressed confidence in the police force’s preparedness while emphasising the importance of maintaining a peaceful, safe and transparent electoral environment.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Polis Diraja Malaysia (Royal Malaysia Police), the visit forms part of efforts to strengthen police readiness, safeguard public order and uphold the rule of law throughout the 16th Melaka State Election – The Capital Post
