PNP maintains full alert after peaceful INC, UPI rallies

Updated Tue, November 18, 2025 at 10:38 AM Published Sat, November 15, 2025 at 12:29 PM

The Philippine National Police (PNP) maintained its nationwide full alert status following peaceful assemblies organized by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) and the United People's Initiative (UPI).

The INC concluded its rally at Luneta Park on Monday night, its second day, stating that its members had already conveyed their message for transparency and a better democracy.

At its peak, the INC gathering drew approximately 600,000 participants, with the PNP noting the event remained calm, organized, and respectful.

Acting PNP Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. expressed gratitude for the attendees' cooperation in maintaining a secure environment.

The PNP's security plan had included ground operations, traffic management, intelligence monitoring, emergency response, and maritime patrols, with a significant deployment of personnel across the country.

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