Summary
- Melaka declares Monday, November 16, a special state holiday.
- Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh announces holiday to thank voters.
- BN-PN wins 24 of 28 seats, securing a two-thirds majority.
MELAKA, November 15 — Melaka has declared Monday, November 16, a special state holiday following Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional’s victory in Saturday’s state election.
Chief Minister Ab Rauf Yusoh announced the holiday Sunday after being sworn in for a second term. He said the decision was a gesture of appreciation to voters for renewing the administration’s mandate.
BN secured 21 seats and PN three, while Pakatan Harapan won four. The Election Commission recorded a voter turnout of 71.77%, involving 493,573 voters.
Ab Rauf pledged to prioritise economic growth, public welfare and development projects.
