The 202nd Anniversary of PDRM

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has just commemorated its 202nd Anniversary.

An institution as old as the PDRM should be given due recognition given its important role to eradicate crime and in the maintenance of law and order.

Undoubtedly the PDRM has many accomplishments and success during its 202-year history. However, like any other institutions, it too has its fair share of problems. Its major task now is how to ensure the public truly appreciates the efforts undertaken by PDRM in the fight against crime and to make it a truly friendly force to the people.

The IGP Tan Sri Musa Hassan kicked off Police Day with a pledge to eradicate crime and ensuring peace and public order.

He also pledged the PDRM would not compromise in fighting abuse of power and corruption while strengthening integrity.

What was most significant is the pledge by Musa Hassan to commit himself to increase police presence at all crime-prone areas.

Malaysians will undoubtedly support the IGP’s pledge and hope that it will be effectively translated into concrete action to raise the people’s confidence in the police force and deter the people from committing crimes.

The success of the pledge depends primarily on the government to ensure that the PDRM has the capability and wherewithal to deal with more and more sophisticated criminals highly skilled in the use of high-technology and equipment.

I therefore suggest that there should be appropriate allocations to beef up the police force and ensure there is adequate well-trained personnel to deal with the multiple challenges of policing in this new millennium.

Greater efforts need to be undertaken to enhance the training and policing skills of all police personnel and ensure they discharge their public duties professionally, with integrity and live up to their motto of being Firm, Fair and Courteous.