{"id":45727,"date":"2025-07-11T09:06:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T01:06:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hometeamns.sg\/frontline\/?p=45727"},"modified":"2025-07-11T09:06:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-11T01:06:15","slug":"standing-guard-during-ramadan-25-years-of-pns-at-bazaar-raya-geylang-serai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/corpstaging.hometeamns.sg\/frontline\/standing-guard-during-ramadan-25-years-of-pns-at-bazaar-raya-geylang-serai\/","title":{"rendered":"Standing Guard During Ramadan: 25 Years of PNS at Bazaar Raya Geylang Serai"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Since 2000, Police NSmen have helped keep festive crowds safe at one of Singapore\u2019s most beloved cultural events.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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When Prime Minister Lawrence Wong launched the Geylang Serai Hari Raya Light-Up on 25 February 2025, he also took the time to meet a special group of officers \u2014 the Police National Servicemen who planned and carried out security operations for the popular Bazaar Raya Geylang Serai.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Clockwise from left: PM Wong launching the Geylang Serai Hari Raya Light Up; PM Wong meeting DSP (NS) Haiqal and other PNS officers; PM Wong with Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim (second from right), Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs and Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Home Affairs, Mr Mohd Fahmi Aliman (far right), Former Mayor of South East District and officers from Bedok Police Division. PHOTO: Naveen Raj<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The encounter underscored a major milestone: For 25 years, Police National Service (PNS) officers have diligently ensured the safety of thousands of visitors to the bazaar every Ramadan. With dense crowds expected nightly, these officers remain a visible yet unobtrusive presence \u2014 keeping the peace while letting the festivities shine.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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By day, Deputy Superintendent of Police (NS) Mohd Haiqal Bin Mohamed Suhaimi is a fitness instructor. By night \u2014 during Ramadan \u2014 he is a familiar and reassuring presence at the bustling Bazaar Raya Geylang Serai, a role he\u2019s taken on since 2014.<\/p>

This year, he stepped up to lead the entire PNS deployment, having served as a Team Leader in 2024. \u201cWhen I was a Team Leader, I was responsible for one team,\u201d said DSP (NS) Haiqal. \u201cAt the recent operation, I was responsible for all the PNS officers, and also worked closely with regular officers on deployment planning.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Drawing back the curtain: DSP (NS) Haiqal and Sgt (NS) Haikel weave through the shops while on patrol in the day. PHOTO: Soh Ying Jie <\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Each year, over 100 PNS officers are recalled for the bazaar deployment. \u201cIt\u2019s one of the few deployments fully managed by PNS officers and I\u2019m very proud to be part of it,\u201d shared DSP (NS) Haiqal.<\/p>

Partnering him this year was Sergeant (NS) Haikel Azhar Bin Mohamed, one of the new faces on the ground. \u201cAlthough I\u2019ve been a PNS officer since 2014, this was my first bazaar deployment,\u201d said the Senior Process Technician. \u201cIt was eye-opening \u2014 managing crowd flow and working closely with vendors and visitors.\u201d<\/p>

The duo made a strong team: one brought years of bazaar experience; the other, fresh perspectives. Both sharing an unwavering commitment to public safety. \u201cWorking with Haiqal has been great,\u201d said Sgt (NS) Haikel. \u201cHe\u2019s very hands-on and makes sure we have what we need to do our job effectively.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Sgt (NS) Haikel also pointed out how much coordination happened behind the scenes. \u201cFrom crowd control planning to emergency response readiness, we were constantly assessing the ground situation and adjusting to keep things running smoothly.\u201d<\/p>

Building rapport with vendors was also key to ensuring smooth operations. \u201cWe made it a point to engage with them regularly, understand their concerns, and offer assistance when needed,\u201d said Sgt (NS) Haikel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The recent bazaar saw about 1,000 visitors each day. For officers like Sgt (NS) Haikel, serving during Ramadan meant juggling duty and family life. \u201cMy family was very supportive,\u201d he said. \u201cWe made the most of the time we had together \u2014 whether it was having the pre-dawn meal before my shift or breaking fast together when we could.\u201d<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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DSP (NS) Haiqal and Sgt (NS) Haikel are part of a legacy that has quietly safeguarded one of Singapore\u2019s most treasured Ramadan traditions for a quarter of a century. \u201cThe most rewarding part was knowing that our presence contributed to a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone,\u201d said Sgt (NS) Haikel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Standing together as one, the dedication of PNS officers reflects the Home Team spirit \u2014 a spirit of service, resilience and quiet strength.<\/p>

This article was adapted from this\u202fPolice Life<\/em>\u202f<\/a>article.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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