POLICE were seeking a RM5.1 billion allocation under the 12th Malaysia Plan for 81 projects.

Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the allocation involved 21 projects in district police headquarters and police contingent headquarters nationwide while the remaining 60 projects involved assets such as boats and other vehicles.

“This includes all communication systems, technology (equipment) and housing repairs. We have submitted the application for the allocation,” he said.

He said this during a visit to the Karak police station tactical headquarters in conjunction with the Pelangai by-election today.

The Pelangi polls saw a three-cornered fight between Amizar Abu Adam of Barisan Nasional, Kasim Samat of Perikatan Nasional, and Independent candidate Haslihelmy DM Zulhasli.

The Pelangai by-election was the fourth held after the general election in November last year, the first three beign the August 12 Kuala Terengganu and September 9 Pulai and Simpang Jeram by-elections. – Bernama, October 7, 2023.