Rural, urban or both? PM’s pol sec Azman Abidin says Paya Rumput needs a bit of everything

In the upcoming 16th Melaka state election, the Paya Rumput constituency is set to see a mix of candidates from different political parties. The Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate for the seat, Datuk Azman Abidin, has highlighted his extensive experience and close ties with the federal government as key factors in his ability to serve the district's diverse population.

Speaking after submitting his nomination papers, Azman emphasized that Paya Rumput's semi-urban setting necessitates a comprehensive approach to addressing the needs of both rural and urban communities. He stated that his experience working alongside the prime minister and his connections with the federal government can be effectively utilized to tackle the various issues faced by the residents of Paya Rumput.

Azman, who is 54 years old and holds a Professional Master of Business Administration (PMBA) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), assured voters that he is confident in their openness to change and that he will be making every effort to reach as many of them as possible. He plans to explain the services and welfare initiatives he intends to offer to the constituency.

The election campaign will see Azman challenging two other candidates: Rafie Ahmad from Perikatan Nasional (PN) and Abdul Rashid Abu Bakar from Parti Bersama Malaysia (Bersama). The election day is scheduled for November 14, while early voting will take place on November 10. For the most recent updates on the 16th Melaka state election, readers can visit the official Bernama election website at https://election.bernama.com/prn/melaka/2026/.