Police Detail Security Measures For Malaysia Day 2025 Celebration In Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 14 (Bernama) -- Police have implemented a comprehensive security plan ahead of the Malaysia Day 2025 celebration, scheduled for Sept 16 at the PICCA Convention Centre @ Butterworth Arena.

Penang police chief Datuk Azizee Ismail said officers, including traffic personnel, will be deployed to ensure the safety of dignitaries and attendees.

“So far, we’ve been informed that around 30 ministers and deputy ministers, along with other VIPs, will be present. Police have taken all necessary measures to ensure the event proceeds smoothly,” he told Bernama.

Azizee said there will be no road closures or diversions en route to the venue, though access into the PICCA compound will be converted from two-way to one-way traffic on the day.

Police will also be stationed at key locations and along access routes to manage traffic and ensure smooth flow. Final deployment numbers will be confirmed shortly, he added.

The public is advised to follow the instructions of security personnel to help maintain order during the event.

This year’s celebration, themed ‘Malaysia MADANI: Rakyat Disantuni’, will feature a variety of programmes and is expected to be attended by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib, Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced in June that Penang would host this year’s Malaysia Day celebration, in line with the annual rotation between Sabah, Sarawak and Peninsular Malaysia.

-- BERNAMA