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Udayana command gears up for 2024 election with troops, equipment
The IX/Udayana Military Command (Kodam) has prepared 10,912 personnel and 2,598 primary weapons systems (alutsista) units to ensure the 2024 elections go safely, its commander said on Wednesday.
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IX/Udayana Military Command (Kodam) commander Maj. Gen. Harfendi gives a press statement on preparations for the 2024 general election on the sidelines of a roll call in Denpasar on Nov. 8, 2023. (Antara/Rolandus Nampu)
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he IX/Udayana Military Command (Kodam) has prepared 10,912 personnel and 2,598 primary weapons systems (alutsista) units to ensure the 2024 elections go safely, its commander said on Wednesday.
The personnel and equipment will be deployed for logistical needs, security and emergency readiness. They will be mobilized in Bali, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) and East Nusa Tenggara (NTT).
Kodam IX/Udayana commander Maj. Gen. Harfendi said all elements of the military command were prepared to provide security during the polls and that personnel deployment was being coordinated with the local offices of the General Elections Commission (KPU) and the Elections Supervisory Agency (Bawaslu).
“We are waiting for the decision from the KPU and Bawaslu regarding our deployment positions. So far, we have been on standby,” Harfendi said on the sidelines of a general election readiness roll call in Denpasar.
As for the alutsista being prepared, Harfendi said the equipment would be adjusted to the solders’ roles when assisting the police. The alutsista units did not only encompass weapons but also vehicles, such as motorcycles, buses and trucks.
The commander said the provinces under Kodam IX/Udayana were in a secure condition as the 2024 elections approached. He said all election-related activities were progressing well without any major problems.
Harfendi encouraged the community to cooperate to ensure the 2024 elections were successful. He emphasized that a successful electoral process was a crucial aspect of democracy.
