MELAKA, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Security personnel must be allowed to make independent decisions when voting in the 16th Melaka State Election (PRN), free from any form of pressure, in keeping with the principle of ballot secrecy in a democratic process.
Acting chairman of the Melaka PKR State Leadership Council (MPN), Adam Adli Abd Halim said all forms of pressure on voters must be avoided, while the spread of misleading information should also be curbed to allow them to assess candidates and election promises objectively.
"Every vote is important and valuable. Therefore, voters should make careful considerations based on the candidates' administrative track records, credibility and ability to fulfil the commitments they have made.
"Voting must also be conducted in an orderly manner and in accordance with the instructions of Election Commission (EC) officers," he said at a daily press conference at the Pakatan Harapan (PH) Main Operations Room in Bukit Piatu here today.
Also present was Melaka PH deputy chairman Khoo Poay Tiong.
Adam Adli also expressed his appreciation to security personnel for their dedication in safeguarding the country's peace and security.
He hoped that those scheduled to cast their ballots during early voting today would be able to fulfil their responsibilities smoothly.
According to EC statistics, a total of 9,769 military personnel and their spouses, as well as 2,762 police personnel, are eligible to cast their ballots during early voting today.
For the latest updates on the 16th Melaka state election, visit https://election.bernama.com/prn/melaka/2026/.
-- BERNAMA