KUALA LUMPUR, April 3, 2026 — Local non-governmental organisation Indian Coordination Think Tank (INCOTT) has urged Melaka youth leaders of Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) to move beyond internal disputes and concentrate on broader issues affecting the party, including declining public support and preparations for the upcoming Melaka state election.
In an open letter addressed to Melaka PKR deputy chief Mohd Khuzaire Mohd Kamal and leaders of Angkatan Muda Keadilan (AMK), INCOTT national honorary secretary Muhammad Navalan Abdullah cautioned against recent calls for Rafizi Ramli to step down.
The call for Rafizi’s resignation follows remarks by Mohd Khuzaire, who, according to an April 1 report by Sinar Harian, criticised the Pandan Member of Parliament for allegedly making repeated public attacks against the party. He claimed such actions have tarnished PKR’s image and undermined party president and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Khuzaire described the criticisms as misleading and damaging, warning they could weaken party unity and provide opportunities for political opponents.
However, Navalan argued that calls for resignation fail to address deeper issues within the party. He said Rafizi’s stance reflects PKR’s long-standing reformist tradition, which encourages internal debate and accountability.
“Instead of sidelining dissent, party leaders should revisit the reform ideals that once strengthened PKR,” he said.
The letter also raised concerns over what it described as a sharp decline in support among Indian and Chinese voters, urging the party to adopt structured strategies and strengthen grassroots engagement.
Navalan further called on AMK Melaka to play a more proactive role in reconnecting with young voters and local communities, rather than being drawn into internal controversies.
Looking ahead to the next state election, he warned that PKR risks a poor showing, with projections suggesting the party could struggle to secure even a small number of seats. He described the situation as a “wake-up call” for party leaders to intensify efforts on the ground and rebuild voter confidence.
The letter also questioned the relative silence of younger party figures, including Adam Adli, during what it described as a critical period.
Navalan concluded by urging PKR leaders to move away from personality-driven politics and refocus on core principles such as justice, reform, and institutional renewal, while demonstrating commitment through consistent grassroots work to regain public trust, particularly in Melaka.
