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Deputy IGP Ayob Khan retires after 35 years in Malaysian police
Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay ended a 34‑year career with the Royal Malaysia Police on 26 July, stepping down as Deputy Inspector‑General of Police (DIGP). In a hand‑over ceremony at the Police Training Centre (Pulapol) in Kuala Lumpur, he transferred duties to Special Branch Director Datuk Seri Ibrahim Darus, who assumed the DIGP role in an acting capacity, while Inspector‑General Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail presided.
Following his retirement, Ayob Khan posted a video tribute to former JIPS director Datuk Seri Suhaily Mohd Zain, prompting public discussion. At the same ceremony, Border‑Control Agency chief Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain offered a personal farewell, highlighting their long‑standing professional relationship.
In his farewell speech, Ayob Khan stressed that his retirement ends a position, not his principles. He reaffirmed commitment to integrity, anti‑corruption, and impartial law enforcement, declaring he has no intention to join politics. He also reflected on his past work heading the police Counter‑Terrorism Division (2013‑2019), during which he led operations against ISIS‑linked threats and arrested individuals linked to the LTTE.
The events underscore a leadership transition within Malaysia’s police force and the retiring official’s emphasis on institutional integrity.
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Datuk Seri Ibrahim Darus · Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain · Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) · Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay · Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ayob Khan posted a tribute video to former JIPS director Datuk Seri Suhaily Mohd Zain after his retirement. www.world-today-journal.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Datuk Seri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain gave a personal farewell tribute to Ayob Khan at Pulapol. www.kosmo.com.my
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Inspector‑General Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail presided over the retirement ceremony at Pulapol. mykmu.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] He handed over the DIGP position to Special Branch Director Datuk Seri Ibrahim Darus, who became acting Deputy IGP. mykmu.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] From 2013 to 2019 Ayob Khan led the police Counter‑Terrorism Division, overseeing operations against ISIS‑linked plots and LTTE supporters. mykmu.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] Ayob Khan retired as Deputy Inspector‑General of Police on 26 July 2024 after nearly 35 years of service. mykmu.net · berita.rtm.gov.my
- [● 2 SOURCES] He reaffirmed commitment to integrity, anti‑corruption, and impartial law enforcement. berita.rtm.gov.my · www.utusan.com.my
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ayob Khan stated he has no intention to join politics after retirement. www.utusan.com.my