Sultan Nazrin opens PGA Northern Brigade's Satria Perkasa Monument in Ulu Kinta
The monument bears the names of 68 Northern Brigade personnel killed in the line of duty, from the 1963 Confrontation to Ops Taring in 2020.
IPOH – The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, today officiated the opening of the Satria Perkasa Monument of the General Operations Force (PGA) Northern Brigade in Ulu Kinta here.
His Royal Highness was accompanied by Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Perak State Secretary Datuk Ahmad Suaidi Abdul Rahim and Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail.
In his address, Mohd Khalid said the monument was not merely a physical landmark but a manifestation of the Royal Malaysia Police's (PDRM) appreciation of the history, service and legacy of those who sacrificed for the country.
He said a great institution was measured not only by its commitment to building an excellent future but also by its regard for the struggles that formed the foundation of its strength.
"This monument stands firm as the highest symbol of honour for the service, sacrifice and courage of our warriors, from the era of the Police Field Force to the General Operations Force today," he said, in remarks translated from Malay.
The PGA, formerly known as the Police Field Force, had been the nation's front line in defending sovereignty since the communist insurgency and the Confrontation, through to border security operations, he said.
"The choice of the name Satria Perkasa is most fitting. Satria symbolises a warrior of integrity and resolve, while Perkasa reflects steadfastness of spirit in preserving the nation's peace," he added.
Mohd Khalid said the monument's three pillars translate the PGA's official motto — Cekal, Berani dan Setia (Resilient, Brave and Loyal).
Among its most significant components is the Fallen Heroes Panel, which records the names of Northern Brigade members killed on duty from the Trimus Confrontation in Sarawak in 1963 to Ops Taring in Kedah and Perlis in 2020.
"A total of 68 warriors sacrificed their lives for the motherland. The names engraved on this panel are not merely a historical record but a trust to the new generation to continue safeguarding the nation's peace," he said.
He hoped the monument would serve as an official landmark and a site for ceremonial tributes, instilling patriotism and esprit de corps among PDRM personnel.
"As long as this monument stands tall, the service and sacrifice of the Northern Brigade's warriors will continue to be remembered and honoured," he said.
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