PAKATAN Harapan's (PH) campaign for the Asahan state seat has suffered a loss following the death of a key election worker, J Samivel, in a road accident in Jasin today.
Samivel, 62, who was PKR Alor Gajah deputy division chief and a representative for PH candidate P Denesh, died after the car he was driving collided with a fruit-laden lorry along Jalan Pondok Batang Dalam at about 12.45 pm.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed condolences to his family, describing Samivel as a long-serving party member who remained committed to its struggle.
“I received the sad news of the passing of our comrade, J Samivel.
“As PKR Alor Gajah deputy division chief, Samivel had served for many years and remained loyal to the party's struggle.
“May his contributions and spirit continue to guide us as we carry on this struggle,” he said in a Facebook post.
Anwar also conveyed his and his wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail's thoughts and prayers to Samivel's family and fellow party members.
“May they be granted strength and resilience in facing this difficult ordeal,” he said.
Jasin district police chief Superintendent Lee Robert confirmed that police received information about the accident at 12.45 pm.
Samivel had been among the key figures supporting Denesh's campaign in the 16th Melaka state election.
Denesh, who was conducting walkabouts and visiting residents in Kampung Jus Permai, reportedly rushed to the accident scene after being informed of the tragedy. - November 11, 2026
