JOHOR BARU: Johor police will deploy 1,781 personnel for a three-day security operation from Friday to ensure public safety during the Deepavali celebrations.

State police chief Datuk Ab Rahaman Arsad said the deployment involved 201 officers and 1,580 personnel who would monitor strategic locations.

He said Op Cahaya would focus on residential areas, entertainment outlets, shopping malls, Hindu temples, major highways and international entry points, including the Johor Causeway.

"The operation aims to safeguard public security and ensure smooth movement and activities throughout the festive period," he said during a visit to the Deepavali bazaar in Jalan Trus today.