SKUDAI, July 8 – Veteran Malaysian politician Lim Kit Siang, who is widely known for his long political career marked by numerous struggles and challenges, has entered the campaign trail as the Johor state election campaign gathers momentum.
His decision to campaign in support of Karthiyayini Jayabalan, who is contesting the Skudai state assembly seat, has attracted considerable public attention.
Karthiyayini Jayabalan, who said the veteran politician has been an inspiration for her since young, expressed her gratitude to him for campaigning on her behalf.
“You have inspired countless people, and I am deeply grateful to be one of them. Ever since I was a little girl, my father would take me to your public rallies. Even if there were three rallies in a single day, we would attend all three without fail.
“I grew up admiring your struggles and believing in the vision you championed.”
She said it was a dream come true for her to be standing beside the veteran politician and meeting the people together.
“Today, I have been given the opportunity to walk alongside Lim Kit Siang. I will continue this journey with the determination to carry forward the noble ideals and vision that you have built.”
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The above report, originally in Tamil by Thinathanti, has been translated with the help of AI.