KANGAR: The position of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is reportedly becoming increasingly unstable, with a majority of Perikatan Nasional (PN) state assemblymen allegedly having met Raja of Perlis Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Putra Jamalullail to express a loss of confidence in his leadership.
The situation is said to have unfolded while Mohd Shukri is receiving treatment at a hospital in the capital for chest pains after returning from a visit to China.
It is understood that several PN assemblymen have withdrawn their support for Mohd Shukri, sparking speculation over a possible change of menteri besar in the near future.
A PN source said most of them have expressed their stance on the matter, leaving two likely options, either Mohd Shukri resigns, or the state legislative assembly is dissolved.
“The possibility of a change in menteri besar exists and depends on whether Mohd Shukri chooses to resign or not as support for him dwindles.
“If this situation persists, dissolving the state assembly cannot be ruled out,” he told Berita Harian.
In a related development, Bersatu is reported to have submitted three names as potential candidates for menteri besar should a leadership change occur, while Pas candidates have yet to be finalised.
The situation drew further attention when Pas Perlis Commissioner Ahmad Ali publicly urged party leaders and members to continue supporting Mohd Shukri’s administration, despite the statement being unexpected.
Meanwhile, a PN assemblyman confirmed that a change of menteri besar is possible but said that Mohd Shukri is still receiving treatment at a hospital due to health issues.
As of now, no official statement has been issued by Perikatan Nasional regarding the ongoing crisis.
It was reported that Mohd Shukri was rushed to a hospital in Kuala Lumpur for further checks due to chest pains after returning from overseas duties.
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