Rela ready to assist in maintaining security
KINABATANGAN: The Volunteer Corps (Rela) will equip themselves to always be ready for deployment at any time to assist members of national security and in voluntary activities.
Sabah Rela Senior Assistant Commissioner Colonel (R) Datuk Juhari Janan said Rela are members of the national security fortress after the Royal Malaysian Police Force (PDRM) and the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM).
“Rela is now being recognised by the public in many aspects. Their responsibilities and role are much appreciated especially with their involvement in community mission.
“Therefore, I believe Rela members are ready for any circumstances and ready to stand with the government,” he said while officiating the ‘Kenduri Sekampung Pemimpin Bersama Rakyat’ recently.
Meanwhile Juhari reminded all Rela members not to tarnish the image of Rela and the government as they must be disciplined while on duty.
“The role of Rela members in residential areas or in villages is important in terms of safety particularly to reduce crime in such areas.
“Rela members are also often involved in assisting security watch in any event, so they must be well-behaved in order to be respected,” he said.
During the ceremony, Rela Kinabatangan received ‘bubur lambuk’ to break their fast.