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Dr Mahathir visits late wife's grave after hospital discharge
Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad left the Institut Jantung Negara on Wednesday following his recent hospitalisation, heading to pay respects at his late wife Hasmah's grave. In a separate development, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has denied serving notice on the minor son of businessman R. Saravanan.
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Dr Mahathir, 99, departed the cardiac specialist centre in Kuala Lumpur after undergoing treatment, making his way to the cemetery to visit the resting place of Hasmah Mohamad, his wife of seven decades who passed away in 2024. The octogenarian's visit marked a private moment of reflection following his health concerns that necessitated his recent admission to the institution.
Meanwhile, the MACC moved to clarify allegations circulating on social media regarding its enforcement activities. The commission issued a statement denying that it had served any official notice or summons on Saravanan's minor child, dismissing claims that appeared to have gained traction online. The clarification came as various accounts suggested the anti-graft agency had targeted a juvenile in connection with an investigation.
The incidents underscore the continued public interest in the health status of Malaysia's elder statesmen and the transparency demands placed on government agencies regarding their investigative procedures, particularly when matters involve minors.