Home Minister: Cops Under Probation Must Maintain BMI Under 30 to Get Confirmed

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It is no secret that we Malaysians love our food. So much so that 1 in 2 Malaysians are obese and overweight. Similarly, those in our public service also share the same struggles, as up to 3% of cops are apparently obese.

To promote healthy living amongst cops, the Home Ministry recently announced that policemen who have been promoted must maintain a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 28 to 30 for the promotion to be confirmed.

According to Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, the BMI requirement will be a part of the confirmation process for promotions in the force.

He said this move aims to uphold the discipline and fitness of the force.

“Physical fitness is not just a reflection of strength but also a testament to the discipline required of every officer,” he said at a press conference after visiting the preparation of the Asia International Security Summit and Expo (AISSE).

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