Jakarta, Oct. 20 -- Jakarta police deployed 1,743 officers on Monday to secure a student-led protest near the National Monument (Monas), marking the first anniversary of President Prabowo Subianto's administration.

Senior Commissioner Susatyo Purnomo Condro, Central Jakarta Metro Police Chief, said the joint security force includes personnel from the regional police, city police, and local precincts.

"Security officers will act firmly but professionally, prioritizing a persuasive approach in the field," Susatyo told reporters.

The protest, organized by the All-Indonesia Student Executive Board (BEM SI), was centered around Monas and other key locations in downtown Jakarta. Officers were stationed at strategic points to prevent public d...