PNP deploys over 31K cops for ‘Undas’
A total of 31,298 police officers will be deployed nationwide between Oct. 29 and Nov. 3 as part of the Philippine National Police’s security and safety plan for this year’s observance of “Undas” or All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.
Philippine National Police spokesperson Brig. Gen. Randulf Tuaño said in a press briefing at Camp Crame on Thursday that the police officers would be assigned to cemeteries and major transport terminals.
They will be reinforced by 11,707 personnel from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Bureau of Fire Protection and Philippine Coast Guard, along with nearly 30,000 “force multipliers,” including barangay security personnel, radio groups and volunteers.
“This nationwide effort is part of our commitment to guarantee a peaceful, orderly, and safe Undas for all Filipinos,” PNP acting chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said in a separate statement.
Millions of Filipinos are expected to travel home to their home provinces and visit the graves of their departed loved ones on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2.
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In line with this, the PNP has also set up 5,169 Police Assistance Desks across 5,065 cemeteries and memorial parks to assist visitors and respond to emergencies.
Checkpoints near cemeteries are being reviewed for practicality and manpower efficiency, while 24-hour patrols in residential and commercial areas will continue to deter burglars, Tuaño said.
According to him, while the PNP has not received any specific security threats for Undas 2025, it continues to conduct intelligence monitoring and coordinating with local government units.
“We encourage everyone to keep an eye on their belongings and immediately report any suspicious activity,” Tuaño said. “For assistance, the public may contact the unified 911 hotline, which accepts all emergency and nonemergency calls.”
He added that cemetery rules will be enforced nationwide, including restrictions on bringing liquor, bladed weapons and gambling paraphernalia inside memorial parks.
