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79 candidates set for Melaka polls as EC confirms contest details
The Election Commission has cleared 79 candidates to contest 28 state seats in Melaka, with women making up a growing share of contenders. The ballot will feature 11 two-way races and six four-cornered contests across the state.
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MELAKA — The Election Commission has given final approval for 79 candidates to stand across 28 state constituencies in Melaka, setting the stage for an election that will test support for multiple political blocs in the southern state.
Among the approved candidates, 14 are women, reflecting efforts by political parties to boost female representation in electoral contests. The slate spans members of established coalitions, smaller parties and independent candidates seeking to capture or retain seats.
The electoral map shows varied competition levels across constituencies. Eleven seats will see two-way contests between the main contenders, while six constituencies will have four candidates vying for victory. The remaining seats fall into different competitive categories, indicating uneven battles across Melaka's electoral landscape.
The diverse candidate pool underscores the competitive nature of Melaka politics, where support has shifted between major coalitions in recent years. The state election represents a crucial barometer of voter sentiment ahead of potential national political developments.
Voting is scheduled to proceed according to the Election Commission's announced timeline, with all 28 seats up for grabs in what officials expect to be a closely watched contest in the peninsula's southern region.