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Rizal PPO ready for 'Undas' as 405,000 expected to visit cemeteries

Published Oct 24, 2025 11:50 am
The Rizal Police Provincial Office (PPO) on Thursday, Oct. 23, assured the public that their personnel are ready to implement security and maintain order during the 2025 Undas observances, as around 405,000 people are expected to visit cemeteries in the province.
Rizal PPO Provincial Director Col. Feloteo Gonzalgo said more than 2,340 police officers and force multipliers will be deployed in cemeteries, terminals, major roads, and other crowded areas to ensure a peaceful, orderly, and safe visit by the public from Oct. 28 to Nov. 2.
Based on Rizal PPO data, the province has a total of 83 cemeteries, including 36 public and 47 private, and seven columbaria.
Gonzalgo said the largest number of personnel will be assigned to Antipolo with 369 officers, Taytay with 315, Rodriguez with 235, San Mateo with 202, Angono with 182, and other towns likely to draw large crowds.
The Rizal PPO will also set up 84 Police Assistance Desks (PADs) in cemeteries, in addition to Quick Reaction Teams ready to respond to any emergency.
Rules and safety tips
Authorities reminded the public that the carrying of alcohol, firearms, gambling materials, and loud sound equipment is prohibited inside cemeteries.
They were also advised to secure their homes before leaving to avoid being targeted by thieves.
“Bahagi ng ating paghahanda ang paalala sa ating mga kababayan, bago umalis, siguraduhin na naka-lock ang mga bahay at ligtas sa magnanakaw. Marami rin kasi ang nagbabakasyon o bumibisita sa mga tourist destinations ngayong Undas (As part of our preparations, citizens are also reminded to lock their homes and keep them safe from thieves, as many people also travel or visit tourist spots during Undas),” Gonzalgo said.
He urged the public to cooperate with authorities and follow the established rules.
Authorities will also monitor parks and other convergence areas to maintain security while the public observes Undas or goes on vacation.
“Habang ang iba ay bumibisita sa sementeryo, ang iba naman ay bumibiyahe o nagpupunta sa mga pasyalan. Lahat ’yan ay imo-monitor ng ating mga kapulisan para matiyak ang kaligtasan ng lahat (While some visit cemeteries, others travel or go to parks and tourist spots. All of these will be monitored by police to ensure everyone’s safety),” the director said.
“Alerto at handa ang ating mga kapulisan upang tiyakin ang kaligtasan at kaayusan ng ating mga kababayan habang ginugunita nila ang kanilang mga mahal sa buhay (Our police are alert and ready to ensure the safety and order of citizens as they honor their loved ones),” Gonzalgo vowed.

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