'Election stunt' jibes won't stop Ab Rauf from backing p-hailing riders
AYER KEROH: Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh remains unfazed by claims that his recent ride-along with p-hailing workers was merely an “election stunt”, saying his priority is to understand their challenges and find ways to help.
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh dismissed accusations that his recent ride-along with p-hailing workers was an election stunt, emphasizing his commitment to understanding their challenges. He joined a delivery rider's routine to gain insight into their fatigue, road risks, and responsibilities. Despite the accusations, Rauf stated that the government's role is to go to the ground, listen, and find ways to help the community, including p-hailing workers.
At the KAM Melaka launch event, he announced RM300,000 in aid for riders, with each receiving RM100. The state government has been supporting p-hailing workers pre-ride-along, including eight Rider Pitstops for rest facilities. Three initiatives for the Melaka p-hailing community include motorcycle maintenance subsidies and discounts, discounted workshops, and efforts to explore Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) coverage.
The Karnival Anak Muda (KAM) Melaka carnival features 30 programs covering various activities and prizes, including 20,000 T-shirts, 2,000 helmets, 38 motorcycles, and a Yamaha RXZ as the grand prize.
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