Malacca Chief Minister Mohd Ali Rustam has described the removal of banners depicting Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak extending Chinese New Year greetings to the people in Penang as an undemocratic act.

NONE He said as the prime minister was elected by the people, such act was tantamount to disrespecting the principles of democracy embedded in the constitution.

"Whatever their excuse, the action is rude and symbolises the arrogance of the DAP-led state government," he told reporters at a goodwill programme at Surau Al-Khauthar in Sungai Pinang, in George Town last night.

He was commenting on the Seberang Perai Municipal Council's action in removing banners featuring Chinese New Year wishes from the prime minister reportedly as those who had put them up had not applied for a permit.

Mohd Ali said in Malacca, the opposition put up festive greetings banners or posters without having to apply for permits.

"If you want to make festive greetings, we have no objection. So, we are puzzled with this unwarranted attitude of showing power in an improper place," he said.

- Bernama

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