PNP deploys 8,412 officers for Eid'l Fitr
The Philippine National Police (PNP) deployed over 8,000 personnel to ensure public safety as the country observes Eid'l Fitr on Wednesday.
In a press briefing, PNP spokesperson Jean Fajardo said that 8,412 police officers have been dispatched to transportation hubs, mosques, and Islamic communities for the holiday.
The deployment aims to guarantee smooth festivities and provide assistance where needed in areas with significant Muslim populations.
President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. declared April 10 a regular holiday nationwide in observance of Eid'l Fitr, emphasizing its religious and cultural significance.
Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. urged the public to commit to carrying on the virtues of Ramadan such as willpower, compassion, patience, generosity, and gratitude.
The PNP encouraged citizens to celebrate with 'respect, understanding, and unity' while remaining vigilant against potential threats.
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