Rapid reaction units hailed

JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta Military Command has warmly welcomed the establishment of rapid reaction units by both teachers and students at traditional Moslem schools to safeguard security.

Brig. Gen. Ahmad Yahya, chief of staff of the Jakarta Garrison, made the statement on Thursday at the inauguration of 5,000 teachers and students from traditional Moslem schools throughout Bekasi as members of the units.

Their creation is aimed at preventing students at the schools from being influenced by rumors or unconstitutional provocations and to give input to security officers whenever they find any threatening issues, he said.

"Based on fast and accurate information, the traditional Moslem schools are expected not to be easily affected by the destructive issues which tend to threaten security and stability," Ahmad was quoted by Antara as saying. (hhr)