Dr Zaliha dismisses Rafizi's claims, says PKR election committee reviews complaints diligently
KUALA LUMPUR: PKR election committee chairman Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa has dismissed Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli's claims that she failed to manage the committee in addressing irregularities and other issues surrounding the party's election process.
Dr Zaliha, who is also Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories), described the claims made by the incumbent PKR deputy president as merely his personal opinion.
She stressed that the committee is diligently reviewing all complaints received.
"That is (Rafizi's) personal view," she told reporters after officiating National Youth Day 2025 celebration for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
Dr Zaliha also refuted claims that the committee had neglected its duties, stressing that all grievances are being addressed in accordance with party procedures.
She said the committee has received over 280 complaints, which are currently being scrutinised.
"We have received over 280 complaints covering various stages, including nominations, campaigning, and branch-level results.
"Each is being scrutinised, and action has been taken where necessary.
"I strongly deny suggestions that we are not paying attention. We take every complaint seriously, and several have already been acted upon," she added.
In his Yang Bakar Menteri podcast, Rafizi alleged that the committee had failed to address key issues, including instances where candidates from other parties were able to contest in PKR elections.
Following this, PKR's secretary-general, Fuziah Salleh, said that on May 11, it expelled 28 members, including elected leaders, for holding membership in other political parties.
The committee also noted that the audit report cited by Rafizi found the party's e-voting system to be secure and free of irregularities.
On April 17, Dr Zaliha also dismissed allegations of "invisible hands" influencing the election results, stating that the committee has been closely monitoring the process and has not observed any such interference.
The PKR National Congress is scheduled from May 21 to 24, with the main polling day on May 23.
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