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SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — In preparation for the 2025 midterm elections and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliament elections, specialized training was held to ensure that the members of the electoral board are fully equipped to carry out their duties with professionalism, impartiality and competence.
The training was held at Camp Olivas in the City of San Fernando on April 7 and organized by the Police Regional Office-3 (PRO-3), in coordination with the Commission on Elections (Comelec).
A resource speaker from the Comelec provided comprehensive instructions on key topics, including election laws, procedures and how to operate the vote-counting machines (VCMs).
Participants also underwent hands-on training and situational exercises designed to simulate real election scenarios, helping ensure the efficient, transparent and orderly conduct of elections.
As part of its deployment strategy, selected PRO-3 personnel will be assigned to the BARMM region to serve as electoral board members, particularly in areas where public school teachers may be unavailable or where security concerns are heightened.
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"This training is a critical part of our preparation to support Comelec and uphold the integrity of the electoral process, especially in sensitive areas like BARMM," said PRO-3 director BGen. Jean Fajardo.
"Our officers are trained to be neutral, competent, and dependable members of the Electoral Board who will contribute both to the smooth conduct of elections and to maintaining peace and order."
The training also reinforced the importance of neutrality, professionalism, and accountability — core values expected of all PNP personnel assigned to election duties.
The regional police chief also assured the public that PRO-3 remains committed to safeguarding the credibility and security of both the midterm and the BARMM parliament elections.
The region's police force will also continue to work closely with the Comelec to ensure a peaceful and honest electoral process, particularly in BARMM and the election hotspots identified by the Comelec.
