Kuala Lumpur: The Civil Defence Force (APM) will deploy 28 high-tech drones to assist with tasks in ‘Op Prihatin’ Series 2, which begins tomorrow and runs until April 6. APM Chief Commissioner Datuk Aminurrahim Mohamed stated that two drone units will be stationed in each state, including Sabah and Sarawak, to enable more efficient and effective traffic monitoring.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, this technology helps APM monitor traffic conditions, quickly identify accident or emergency locations such as landslides and damaged roads, and coordinate assistance more efficiently. Drones also play a role in security patrols, especially in high-risk areas that are difficult for teams to access, Aminurrahim shared during a press conference following the launch of the operation in conjunction with the 2025 Aidilfitri celebrations.

He said the second series of Op Prihatin, launched simultaneously today across six zones, namely Selangor, Kedah, Terengganu, Johor, Sabah, and Sarawak, involves the deployment of 2,3
64 officers and personnel. Additionally, Aminurrahim mentioned that 15,000 APM volunteer officers and personnel under the SIGAP initiative are ready to assist in Op Prihatin during this Aidilfitri period.

The initiative provides opportunities for competent volunteers to offer gig-like services, particularly in temporarily reducing risks or threats based on current needs. ‘For example, in emergencies like minor injuries, these volunteers can provide treatment or initial response before assistance from relevant parties arrives,’ he said.

Furthermore, several APM personnel will also be stationed at Rest and Service (RandR) areas to provide emergency training and fire extinguisher usage demonstrations to the public. APM’s tasks during Op Prihatin include humanitarian services such as handling fallen trees, road accidents, patrolling high-traffic areas, and imparting basic civil defence knowledge to the community.