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Police on guard for terror attacks on Idul Fitri break
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Police officers from the K9 unit prepare to the join in a ceremony for security during Idul Fitri holidays at the Jakarta Police headquarters on June 30. (Antara/Rivan Awal Lingga)
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he National Police chief has called on all security personnel involved in Operation Ramadniya to be on alert for any terror attacks during the Idul Fitri holidays.
"In performing their duties, it is important to be able to respond rapidly and correctly in any situation that could potentially disturb public order and safety," National Police chief Gen. Badrodin Haiti said on Thursday, as quoted by Antara news agency.
Officers must be prepared to anticipate terror threats, sabotage and any potentially highly threatening crimes, as well as prevent sweeping actions from community organizations, he added.
All personnel also need to safeguard crucial public locations such as monetary transaction spots, toll road rest areas, gas stations, zakat distribution places and other potential hot spots of activity. When maintaining security all police must prioritize a humanist and proactive attitude to better serve the community, Badrodin said.
The National Police in cooperation with other security forces have deployed 158,402 personnel for Operation Ramadniya to ensure public safety throughout the 13-day Idul Fitri holiday from June 30 until July 15.
The Transportation Ministry predicted the number of exodus travelers this year would reach approximately 17.6 million people. Around 2.4 million cars and 5.6 million motorbikes are expected to be on the road. (liz/rin)
