Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said his team had detected a post on social media, believed made by the youth wing of a political party, planning to organise the programme, Bernama reported.

So far, police have received 21 reports, lodged at 11 district police headquarters, by NGOs and members of the public opposing this event.

Investigations are being conducted under Section 298A of the Penal Code (causing disharmony, hatred or ill will on the grounds of religion) and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (improper use of network facilities).

The probe is being conducted by the classified crime investigation unit at Bukit Aman.

Hussein reminded members of the public not to participate in the programme, which is seen as violating the country’s laws that do not support any form of LGBT practices.

He said action can be taken under Section 298A of the Penal Code, Section 505(c) of the Penal Code, and Section 233 of the CMA Act 1998.

“The police will continue to monitor and take appropriate action to ensure public order,” he added.