MIPP to sit out Melaka polls after failed PN talks
MIPP president P Punithan says the party’s dignity and principles are more important than pursuing 'irrelevant' seats.
The Malaysian Indian People’s Party (MIPP) has decided to forgo the upcoming Melaka state election after negotiations with the Perikatan Nasional (PN) leadership fell through. MIPP president P Punithan emphasized that the party refuses to abandon its principles simply to secure parliamentary seats, stating that the dignity and representation of the Indian community in politics is paramount.
Punithan stressed that MIPP will not compromise its values in pursuit of political gains. The party won no seats in their first election in Johor, with all five candidates losing their deposits. The coalition of Barisan Nasional (BN) and PAS has announced plans to contest 21 of Melaka’s 28 seats, while the exact distribution remains to be finalized. Early voting is scheduled for November 10, with all polling taking place on November 14.
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