MELAKA, Nov 13 – Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has wished voters in Melaka well as they prepare to cast their ballots in the 16th Melaka State Election tomorrow.
In a Facebook post, Fahmi encouraged voters to support Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidates and place their confidence in the coalition.
Fahmi, who also serves as PH communications director, shared several traditional Malay poems, known as pantun. The verses highlighted the importance of choosing capable and wise leaders to represent the state.
Six Political Groups Contesting
Several political parties and independent candidates are competing in the Melaka election.
PH is contesting 24 seats, while Barisan Nasional (BN) is fielding candidates in 23 seats. Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama) is contesting 16 seats, followed by Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) with seven.
Meanwhile, Perikatan Nasional (PN) is contesting five seats. Parti Pribumi Perkasa Malaysia (Putra) has one candidate, while three independent candidates are also in the race.
More Than 675,000 Voters Eligible
According to the Election Commission (EC), a total of 675,166 ordinary voters are eligible to vote tomorrow.
The EC is targeting a 70 per cent voter turnout for the state election.
As polling day approaches, voters will decide who represents their constituencies in the Melaka State Legislative Assembly.
For the latest updates, voters can visit the official BERNAMA Melaka Election 2026 portal.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
