PH sees brighter prospects ahead of Melaka polls

JASIN: Pakatan Harapan is gaining ground in the Melaka election, with its campaign receiving a better response from voters as polling day approaches.

Amanah president Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the improvement was encouraging, particularly after the coalition got off to a subdued start on nomination day.

He said PH had initially entered the election as the underdog but was now seeing more positive responses to its campaign, which focused on its service record and leadership.

"We started on nomination day on a rather subdued note, but as polling day draws closer, we are beginning to receive a better response.

"Now, midway through the campaign, the response is improving. We hope to secure a victory, that is our aspiration," he said when met at a PH ceramah in Sempang Pantai, within the Merlimau constituency, last night.

Mohamad said PH was also highlighting the 22-month administration of former Melaka chief minister Adly Zahari as part of its efforts to convince voters.

He said Adly's record in governing the state was among the key strengths being presented to the electorate.

"We are highlighting, in particular, the service record of the former chief minister (Adly Zahari). We hope the people of Melaka will recognise his record," he said.

Mohamad added that Adly's administration had also received praise from former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad during his tenure as chief minister.

Also present were Amanah Wanita chief Datuk Aiman Athirah Sabu and PH candidate for Merlimau, Rahayu Hamzah.

Meanwhile, Mohamad urged early voters to turn out and cast their ballots today.

"I hope they will come out to vote. I urge voters to choose Pakatan Harapan, whose prospective chief minister has a 22-month administrative record that is already known to the public. Do not miss this opportunity," he said.