Selangor PKR Youth today questioned state PAS commissioner Sallehan Mukhyi's call that it is prepared to contest in 42 out of 56 state seats, including those held by PKR.

Its secretary Syed Badli Shah Syed Osman said Sallehan's announcement last month was a bad move, especially when PAS is presently part of state government.

“Such calls (to contest 42 seats) would certainly benefit Umno and BN in three-cornered fights. What is truly PAS' intention?” he asked in a statement.

“Is PAS trying to give an opportunity for Umno and BN to rule Selangor again with such an open announcement?”

Syed Badli said if that is the case, it would not be relevant for PAS to remain in the present Selangor government.

“Hence, PAS elected representatives who hold posts in the state government now should resign following their intention to allow the three-cornered fights...