Police launched the Traffic Awareness Advocacy Programme on June 13 at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Alam Damai in Cheras to increase presence and enforcement in schools across Kuala Lumpur [1, 2, 3]. The programme will expand police deployments at 122 secondary schools, doubling the number of School Liaison Officers from three to five or two to four depending on the school size [1, 3].

Datuk Fadil Marsus said, "If previously traffic police officers were rarely present in schools, they will now be stationed at schools to conduct checks on students, including verifying driving licences." He emphasized that "road safety is not merely about complying with laws. It is a moral and social responsibility that must be shouldered by every road user" [1, 2].

Officers from the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department and the Narcotics Criminal Investigation Department will join the effort. They will conduct traffic law checks and administer targeted urine tests for students who require further assessment [2, 3]. Datuk Fadil added, "Ensure that all these students possess driving licences. They must not be driving without licences. They must understand the importance of complying with traffic regulations" [3].

The police expanded focus on schools after detaining students involved in traffic offences, including illegal racing [1]. Between January and May 2026, police made 41 arrests of students for reckless and dangerous driving, down from 58 in the same period last year [2]. Since October 2025, the Kuala Lumpur police have conducted the Op Patuh Undang-undang (Op PUU) campaign promoting compliance with traffic laws [2].

The programme aims to promote discipline, responsibility, and respect among young road users, reducing risky behaviour early on [1, 2, 3]. School Liaison Officers will provide a more visible presence to deter offences and educate students in partnership with law enforcement [3].

Police presence will increase immediately under the programme, with ongoing checks and awareness activities at all 122 schools. Authorities plan to monitor results over the coming months as the campaign unfolds across the capital [1, 2, 3].