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Negeri Sembilan State Assembly Dissolved To Pave Way For State Election

SEREMBAN, June 5 -- The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly, which has 36 seats, will be officially dissolved tomorrow to pave the way for the upcoming State Election (PRN) yesterday. The announcement was made by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun during a special press conference at his official residence here last night, bringing an end to weeks of speculation surrounding the timing of the assembly's dissolution. Aminuddin said the dissolution was carried out after obtaining the consent of the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, during an audience at Istana Besar Seri Menanti earlier today. Aminuddin said the official notice of the State Legislative Assembly's dissolution will be submitted to the Election Commission (EC) soon for the electoral body to determine key dates for the upcoming State Election (PRN). The dates to be announced by the EC include nomination day, the campaign period, early voting and polling day. “Pakatan Harapan will contest all 36 state seats and the allocation of seats among component parties will be announced next week,” he told reporters after announcing the dissolution of the assembly here tonight. Meanwhile, he said the dissolution was carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Negeri Sembilan State Constitution and was deemed necessary to address the political uncertainty that had arisen in the state. “We feel it is necessary to obtain a fresh mandate from the people, so I leave it to the people to determine the future of this state,” he said. The 15th State Election in 2023 saw Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional form the Negeri Sembilan government after securing a combined 31 of the 36 state seats. Of the total seats, PH won 17, BN secured 14, while Perikatan Nasional (PN) won the remaining five seats. Negeri Sembilan becomes the second state to dissolve the state assembly to make way for the state election after Johor, which did so last Monday. -- BERNAMA

SEREMBAN, June 5 — The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly, which has 36 seats, will be officially dissolved tomorrow to pave the way for the upcoming State Election (PRN) yesterday. The announcement was made by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun during a special press conference at his official residence here last night, bringing an […]

Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan Making Inroads in Jeram Padang for Perikatan Nasional

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 28 -- By all accounts, Jeram Padang seat in Negeri Sembilan has long been viewed as a constituency where traditional political loyalties run deep. Yet on the ground, a subtle but noticeable shift is beginning to emerge through the presence of Perikatan Nasional (PN) coordinator Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan. Unlike conventional politicians who rely heavily on ceramah seasons and election rhetoric, Sanjeevan appears to be building his influence through consistent grassroots engagement, community accessibility and local issue-driven politics. In many ways, his approach reflects a growing political trend among younger coordinators and emerging leaders who understand that voters today are less interested in slogans and more focused on visibility, service and sincerity. Over the past months, Sanjeevan has increasingly been seen attending local programmes, engaging with residents from various communities and positioning himself as a bridge between ordinary voters and the broader PN machinery. While Jeram Padang remains politically competitive, his steady presence has begun to attract attention, particularly among younger voters and segments of the Indian community who are often overlooked outside election cycles. Political observers note that PN’s challenge in Negeri Sembilan has traditionally been its ability to penetrate mixed and semi-urban constituencies. However, figures like Sanjeevan represent a newer strategy within the coalition — one centred around long-term relationship building rather than seasonal campaigning. What makes his rise noteworthy is that he does not come across as confrontational. Instead, his messaging focuses on local development concerns, youth opportunities, cost of living pressures and community welfare issues. This softer grassroots approach could potentially help PN expand its acceptance beyond its traditional support base. There is also a growing recognition that voters in areas like Jeram Padang are becoming increasingly fluid in their political preferences. The old assumptions that certain communities will vote permanently along historical lines no longer carry the same certainty they once did. Ground engagement now matters more than party logos alone. Sanjeevan’s increasing visibility also signals PN’s intention to strengthen its organisational structure early, well before the next state election. Political groundwork at constituency level often determines future momentum, and Jeram Padang may become one of the constituencies to watch if PN continues investing in local coordinators with strong community outreach capabilities. Of course, political inroads do not automatically translate into electoral victory. Much will depend on whether PN can sustain its local engagement, present credible policy alternatives and maintain cohesion at state level. Nevertheless, Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan’s growing presence in Jeram Padang suggests that PN is no longer content with being merely an opposition voice in the area. Instead, the coalition appears intent on becoming a serious grassroots contender — and Sanjeevan may well be one of the individuals leading that effort quietly but effectively. Jeram Padang itself remains one of the more unique constituencies in Negeri Sembilan due to its mixed demographic and plantation-rooted political landscape. According to constituency data and SPR-linked electoral records, the seat has approximately 16,300 registered voters as of the 2023 electoral roll, with Malays forming slightly above 50 per cent of the electorate, followed by Indians at around 33 per cent, Chinese nearly 10 per cent and others making up the remainder. The constituency also consists of several key polling districts including Jeram Padang, Rompin, Bukit Rokan Barat, Ladang Middleton, Ladang Bahau and the FELDA areas of Palong 1 and Palong 2. These demographics make Jeram Padang a politically strategic seat where grassroots engagement across multiple communities is essential for any coalition hoping to build long-term influence. For Perikatan Nasional, this is precisely why the groundwork being laid by Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan could prove significant in the years ahead. -- SOURCE : PRESSKL -- Photo credit – Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan Facebook

KUALA LUMPUR, MAY 28 — By all accounts, Jeram Padang seat in Negeri Sembilan has long been viewed as a constituency where traditional political loyalties run deep. Yet on the ground, a subtle but noticeable shift is beginning to emerge through the presence of Perikatan Nasional (PN) coordinator Sanjeevan Ramakrishnan. Unlike conventional politicians who rely […]

Agropreneur Sees Potential In Local Onion Farming Amid Import Dependence

KUALA PILAH, May 24 -- What began as a small experimental project with just 500 polybags has now grown into a serious venture for young farmer Muhammad Nazirullah Mohamad Nazlan, who is betting on locally grown red onions as Malaysia looks to reduce its reliance on imports. The 32-year-old agropreneur from Negeri Sembilan had spent the past few years focusing on chilli cultivation, but a collaboration offer from the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) last October opened the door to something entirely new. Through the project, MARDI supplied him with seeds for the BAW-2 rose onion variety while also providing technical support, monitoring and guidance throughout the planting process. “At first, I only tried 500 polybags as a pilot project. The first harvest came in March, and each polybag produced between 500 and 700 grammes of onions,” he told Bernama when met at his farm in Ulu Pilah here recently. The encouraging outcome quickly convinced him that onion farming could go beyond a small-scale trial. Eager to learn more, Muhammad Nazirullah visited onion farms in Bachok, Kelantan and Gopeng, Perak to better understand commercial cultivation techniques before deciding to expand the project further. Today, he manages around 51,000 polybags of red onions across three separate plots covering eight acres, a scale-up he described as both challenging and rewarding. Red onions, he said, can be harvested within 75 days and planted up to four times a year, making the crop commercially attractive for local growers. He is also preparing another 55-acre onion farm in Tanjung Ipoh, which is expected to begin operations in July. Despite having a background in business studies, agriculture has long been close to his heart, with nearly a decade of experience in the field helping him navigate the demands of modern farming. For Muhammad Nazirullah, the venture is about more than just business. He sees local onion cultivation as part of a bigger effort to strengthen the country’s food security at a time when Malaysia still relies heavily on imported onions. “The government wants to reduce dependence on imported onions by at least 30 per cent by 2030. Right now, we are still building the ecosystem, especially in terms of seed supply before production can be expanded further,” he said. Drawing on nearly a decade of experience in agriculture, he described onion farming as relatively easier to manage compared to other crops as it requires less water and is well-suited for controlled environments such as rain shelter structures. His farm uses fertigation and Internet of Things (IoT) technology, allowing watering and fertilisation to be carried out automatically every hour, a system that helps maintain crop health while reducing disease risks and labour costs. Working alongside a manager and six workers, Muhammad Nazirullah said his first three-tonne harvest was sold to MARDI at RM7 per kilogramme under a five-year collaboration agreement that also includes reseeding activities. Still, expanding the project has required significant investment. Nearly RM400,000 was spent on infrastructure such as rain shelter systems and fertigation facilities, which he believes are necessary to minimise losses during unpredictable weather conditions, especially the monsoon season. Looking ahead, he hopes to expand into downstream products such as fried onions and eventually explore export opportunities once production stabilises, with a long-term target of producing between 15 and 20 tonnes per acre each season. -- BERNAMA

KUALA PILAH, May 24 — What began as a small experimental project with just 500 polybags has now grown into a serious venture for young farmer Muhammad Nazirullah Mohamad Nazlan, who is betting on locally grown red onions as Malaysia looks to reduce its reliance on imports. The 32-year-old agropreneur from Negeri Sembilan had spent […]

Unity Government Leaders Agree to Maintain Cooperation in Negeri Sembilan

The Unity Government Leadership Consultative Council, co-chaired by Anwar Ibrahim and Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday, has agreed to maintain cooperation between UMNO and Pakatan Harapan in Negeri Sembilan. In a meeting held on 5 May 2026, the council reached a consensus to preserve the Unity Government framework in the state, emphasizing the importance of political stability and the well-being of the people. The council also expressed respect for the positions taken by both parties’ political bureaus concerning ongoing issues in Negeri Sembilan. Additionally, the council decided that any state government decisions that could potentially spark sensitivities or lead to disputes must be promptly referred to the joint consultative body for further deliberation. The statement was jointly issued by Saifuddin Nasution Ismail and Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki following the meeting. -- MINUTESMY -- CREDIT: FB PAKATAN HARAPAN

The Unity Government Leadership Consultative Council, co-chaired by Anwar Ibrahim and Ahmad Zahid Hamidi yesterday, has agreed to maintain cooperation between UMNO and Pakatan Harapan in Negeri Sembilan. In a meeting held on 5 May 2026, the council reached a consensus to preserve the Unity Government framework in the state, emphasizing the importance of political […]

UMNO To Remain In Negeri Sembilan Unity Government – Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 -- UMNO has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said the party’s national leadership has finalised the position of all 14 UMNO assemblymen in Negeri Sembilan to continue backing the existing state government. “We have no intention of becoming the opposition. UMNO at the national level has decided that all 14 assemblymen in Negeri Sembilan will remain part of the Unity Government,” he told reporters after the Kami Gen MARA Gathering here today. Ahmad Zahid said this in response to speculation over the party’s position in the state, adding that UMNO has not discussed any proposal to appoint a Menteri Besar from its ranks. On preparations for possible snap elections in Negeri Sembilan, Melaka and Johor, he said all component parties have begun groundwork to ensure readiness, but it is still too early to identify potential candidates. Commenting on a proposal by economists to make Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) the core of a dedicated ministry for Bumiputera development, Ahmad Zahid said the idea has never been considered. “It has never been our intention, even if it is a proposal. MARA will remain, for now, as a key agency under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development,” he said. He added that strengthening the Bumiputera agenda through MARA is in line with Article 153 of the Federal Constitution and the social contract, aimed at improving the community’s wellbeing without neglecting the interests of other groups. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 — UMNO has no intention of becoming the opposition in Negeri Sembilan and will continue supporting and remain as part of the state’s Unity Government, party president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said. He said the party’s national leadership has finalised the position of all 14 UMNO assemblymen in Negeri […]