JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 6 — The Johor police have so far approved 58 applications for permits to hold “ceramah” (political talks) in the state for the 15th general election (GE15) campaign.
GE15 Media spokesman for the Johor police, Supt Ibrahim Mat Som said, however, only 47 ceramah had been held.
"Generally, the security situation in the state is under control and there are no untoward incidents. All parties are advised to always comply with the law and respect each other when campaigning," he said in a statement today.
Meanwhile, Perlis police chief Datuk Surina Saad said the state police had received three applications for permits to hold ceramah and they were approved yesterday.
The permit is issued on a daily basis after 5pm every day and candidates are advised to apply early every day, she said when contacted by Bernama.
She advised candidates and parties contesting in GE15 to be civil in their campaign and not create misunderstandings that could lead to fights or any untoward incidents.
The Election Commission has set November 19 as the polling day for GE15, while early voting is on November 15.
— Bernama
