You don’t need to wear face mask in public, says IGP

Last updated on May 13th, 2021 at 05:59 am

KUALA LUMPUR – While it is not required to wear face masks outside, Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Abdul Hamid Bador said that IGP encourages tthe public to do so for the safety of frontline workers.

Abdul Hamid  said that it is not required on MCO. But recommended for the police personnel’s safety on the ground when communicating.

The Inspector-General confirmed on Saturday (March 21) that 6 police personnel tested positive for the Covid-19 while carrying out their duties during the outbreak.

Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) also cancelled their policy that made it compulsary for everyone to use face masks. Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob already reiterated that there was no requirement for the public to wear face masks and any establishments imposing such rules is violating the government’s directive.

World Health Organisation issued an advisory on their website that wearing mask should only be limited if one is coughing or taking care of a suspected Covid-19 carrier.

Desk Writer

Spends most of the time reading news all around the world. Strong knowledge and understanding of the current situation and happenings in the ASEAN region.

Recent Posts

Bangchak Reduces the Price of Premium Oil to 5 baht Ahead of Christmas & New Year

BCP (Bangchak Corporation Petroleum Public Company Limited) has announced a New Year gift to the users of BCP Premium oil…

December 23, 2024

Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024

The 2024 Vietnam International Defense Expo was inaugurated by the Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 19, 2024 and…

December 22, 2024

Shooting concludes: Stranger Things 5 to release on Netflix in 2025

Created by the Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things is one of the most popular sci-fi horror series globally. It is set…

December 21, 2024

China’s Hypersonic Expansion in Asia Raises Alarms for India

According to the US Department of Defense, China has now produced the most sophisticated supply of hypersonic weapons in the…

December 21, 2024

Melaka International Halal Festival 2024

The Melaka International Halal Festival 2024 aims to turn the city as the prime center of the Halal products and…

December 21, 2024

Chunichi Dragons Renews the Contract of Hiroto Takahashi with Annual Salary of 120 million yen

On Saturday, the stalwart of Chunichi Dragons Pitcher, Hiroto Takahashi attended the negotiation for his contract renewal for the next…

December 21, 2024

This website uses cookies.

Read More