21/09/2026
PNP ALL SET FOR MARTIAL LAW ANNIVERSARY; OVER 17,000 POLICE DEPLOYED
Under the leadership of Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr., Chief of the Philippine National Police (PNP), the PNP is ready to help ensure public safety and maintain peace and order during the 54th anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law on September 21, with 17,018 personnel deployed nationwide.
A total of 17,018 personnel have been deployed to ensure police presence, readiness, and timely response in key areas. This includes 8,553 NCRPO personnel, 465 Regional Support Unit personnel, 1,000 Reactionary Standby Support Force (RSSF), 1,000 personnel from PRO CAR, 1,000 from PRO1, 2,000 from PRO3, 2,000 from PRO4A, and 1,000 personnel from the Philippine Coast Guard.
As part of the heightened security preparations, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) placed its units under Full Alert Status effective 12:01 AM on September 18, 2026, with full deployment beginning on the evening of September 19.
Police units are maintaining close coordination with local government units and other concerned agencies while preparing to respond to situations that may arise. Chief PNP Nartatez directed personnel to exercise maximum tolerance, restraint, and professionalism, particularly during public assemblies.
“We are ready for the activities on September 21. Our job is to keep people safe while respecting their right to peacefully express themselves. Nakaantabay ang ating mga pulis, and I expect every personnel to exercise maximum tolerance, sound judgment, and professionalism,” PGen Nartatez said.
He also called on participants to help keep the observance safe and orderly.
“To those joining the activities, express your views peacefully, respect one another, and follow reasonable safety instructions when necessary. Kung may concern or emergency, approach our police personnel or responders. We are there to assist and ensure everyone’s safety,” he added.
The PNP reminds the public to keep emergency routes and access points clear, avoid actions that may endanger others, and promptly report medical, safety, or security concerns to police personnel or emergency responders. Participants are likewise encouraged to look after children and other vulnerable individuals in their groups.
The security preparations are aligned with the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations (EMPO), which promotes coordinated, responsive, and accountable police service. Under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the PNP continues to uphold public safety, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
The PNP reiterates its commitment to protecting the public and respecting peaceful assembly and expression as it works toward a safe and orderly observance, consistent with its commitment to “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman.”
(PNP-PIO)
