KOTA BHARU, July 20 (Bernama) -- Activities linked to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community in Kelantan remain under control due to consistent enforcement, strong religious values and close community vigilance.
State Local Government, Housing, Health and Environment Committee chairman Hilmi Abdullah said the community’s alertness and willingness to report suspicious behaviour have played a key role.
“In Kelantan, if something seems unusual, people report it quickly to the authorities,” he told Bernama today.
He said that formerly problematic areas, such as Jalan Hamzah and Lorong Limau Manis, have been revitalised, citing the development of a shopping centre in Jalan Hamzah as an example of efforts to curb immoral activities.
“The transformation reflects the state’s ongoing commitment to moral governance,” he said, adding that the Kota Bharu Municipal Council – Islamic City (MPKB-BRI) continues regular monitoring of such areas.
No recent reports of immoral activity have been received, Hilmi noted, though he acknowledged that any remaining incidents may involve foreigners or non-locals.
On July 17, Bernama reported that Kelantan police raided a private LGBT-related gathering involving over 20 men at a bungalow in Jalan Kemumin, following public complaints and intelligence gathered by a special task force.
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