KOTA BARU: The flying of drones without approval throughout the Nenggiri state seat by-election period, especially at the nomination centre, polling centres and other premises in the election process is not allowed.
State police chief Datuk Mohd Zaki Harun said the instruction is applicable for the three important dates during the by-election namely the nomination tomorrow as well as the early voting and polling day on Aug 13 and Aug 17 respectively.
"This is to ensure smooth running and avoid any unwanted incidents, especially concerning the public's safety throughout the by-election period," he said in a statement today.
Zaki reminded all quarters the use and operations of drones in the country are subject to Section 4 of the Civil Aviation Act 1969, Regulations 98 and 104-144 of Civil Aviation Regulations; and Civil Aviation Directives.
He added that Jalan Persiaran Raya will be closed tomorrow for nomination day.
The road closure, he said, would be in effect from 7 am until noon, starting from the Persimpangan Mahkota traffic light to the Persimpangan Bendahara traffic light, covering the route from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Baru.
"This is to enable the nomination process for the by-election to go smoothly," he said.
He reminded motorists to adhere to instructions to facilitate traffic flow.
On another note, Zaki said 579 officers of various ranks would be deployed on the day.
He also said a total of 995 policemen will be on duty during polling day for the by-election.
He also reminded all candidates to follow the laws to prevent unwanted incidents.
The Nenggiri by-election was called after Kelantan Speaker Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah declared the seat previously held by Mohd Azizi Abu Naim, vacant.
The official vote tallying centre will be held at Dewan Perdana of Gua Musang District Council complex.