Kuala Lumpur: The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) will deploy 1,500 personnel to be stationed around the Batu Caves area to maintain order during the Thaipusam celebrations, which will be held next Tuesday. Selangor police chief Datuk Hussein Omar Khan stated that all personnel involved will be from the Selangor Contingent, including officers on general duties, Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT), Federal Reserve Unit (FRU), and special teams.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Batu Caves Temple chairman, Tan Sri R. Nadarajah, mentioned that millions of Hindu devotees are expected to attend the Thaipusam celebrations, which will begin at 7 pm on February 9 and run until 2 am on February 12. He emphasized the temple’s focus on prioritizing the safety of devotees and noted that preparations for this have been underway since Sunday.

The Silver Chariot is scheduled to depart from the Mariamman Temple on February 9, with police providing security throughout the event. Nadarajah highlighted that the police will take action against individuals carrying kavadi but engaging in activities that exceed religious boundaries. He urged the public to cooperate fully with the police and avoid such activities.

The temple has conducted several meetings with the Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Police to plan detailed security arrangements. Members of the People’s Volunteer Corps (RELA) and temple volunteers will also assist in ensuring the smooth running of the Thaipusam celebrations.

Nadarajah outlined the streets involved in the procession of the chariot, which will include Jalan Sultan, Jalan Tun Perak, Jalan Dang Wangi, Jalan Raja Laut, Jalan MRR2, and Jalan Batu Caves Temple.