Asahan PH Candidate’s Representative Dies, Adam Adli Extends Condolences

MELAKA, Nov 11 (Bernama) -- Melaka PKR State Leadership Council acting chairman Adam Adli Abd Halim has extended his condolences to the family of J. Samivel, the Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidate’s representative for the Asahan state legislative assembly seat, who died in an accident at noon today. 

He said the deceased had remained steadfast in his commitment to PKR’s struggles since joining the party in 2000 and continued to be at the forefront until his passing. 

He said Samivel’s passing was a great loss to his friends and the PKR family. 

“We also wish to express our deepest appreciation for his dedicated service and contributions. We greatly appreciate his hard work throughout the 16th Melaka state election campaign. 

“His contributions and kindness will always be remembered,” he said in a statement today. 

Earlier, Jasin district police chief Supt Lee Robert said police received a report of an accident at Jalan Pondok Batang at 12.45 pm today, involving a vehicle the deceased was travelling in and a lorry. 

Adam Adli said he and the PKR leadership visited Jasin Hospital’s Forensic Unit at 3.30 pm today, where they met the deceased’s younger brother, J. Pelathiran. 

“Datuk Ginie Lim, the PH candidate for the Machap Jaya state seat, was also present. We extended our condolences and shared in the family’s grief during this difficult time,” he said. 

Meanwhile, the PH Election Department (JPPH), in a statement, also extended its condolences to the deceased’s family, describing Samivel’s passing as a great loss to his family, friends, PKR members and everyone who knew him. 

“During this difficult time, we extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to his bereaved family. We also appeal to everyone to give the family sufficient time and space to make funeral arrangements in peace. 

“May they be granted strength, resilience and peace through the cherished memories they shared with him,” JPPH said. 

JPPH also expressed its appreciation for the deceased’s dedicated service and contributions, particularly his hard work throughout the 16th Melaka state election campaign. 

Samivel, 62, was the PH representative for the Asahan candidate, P. Denesh. 

The Election Commission has fixed this Saturday as polling day for the state election.

-- BERNAMA