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NEWS:Samy Vellu said he had already referred more than 3,000 cases

April 25th, 2007
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“Samy Vellu said he had already referred more than 3,000 cases to the Welfare Department over the past 10 days.”
Imagine that. 3000 families. By the way, Welfare Dept need to have money to offer to these families. As it is, existing families have to wait long for the help to come.

Samy Vellu dismisses Indian vote split claim
http://www.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/4/25/nation/17532443&sec=nation
IJOK: Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu has dismissed an SMS being circulated to Umno leaders claiming that the Indian community here is split.
The MIC president said he had also received the SMS, which had also been sent to Selangor Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Khir Toyo.
“I don’t know whether it is a calculated move by certain people to ensure that Barisan Nasional candidate K. Parthiban will not win in the by-election,” he said during a meeting with the Sri Dhandayuthabani Temple committee here late on Monday.
Samy Vellu also said there were certain parties, who had held secret meetings in Klang and Cameron Highlands to work against Barisan.
“However, the response from not only the Indian voters but also the Chinese here has been encouraging. The mood on the ground is very positive for Barisan,” he added.
Samy Vellu reminded the Indian voters they should ensure the MIC had three representatives in the state assembly to represent the interests of the Indians in Selangor.
The Works Minister also spent several hours making door-to-door visits to the homes of Indians in Kampung Jawa Selangor.
“Some of them are staying in rundown homes, with handicapped children. There was one home, which had no water and electricity supply,” he said.
“I have asked MIC officials to help these people get assistance from the Welfare Department.”
Samy Vellu said he had already referred more than 3,000 cases to the Welfare Department over the past 10 days.
He also urged all eligible voters to return and cast their votes in the by-election.
“One vote can make a difference. We want all Ijok residents to be at the polling stations on Saturday,” he said.

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NEWS:Tamil ‘movie stars’ sing their hearts out to woo voters

April 24th, 2007
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Tamil ‘movie stars’ sing their hearts out to woo voters
http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/Tuesday/National/20070424082021/Article/index_html
BATANG BERJUNTAI: Famous Tamil “movie stars” have descended on Ijok to entertain — and woo voters.
They include “Kamalhasan” and “Rajinikanth” who have been singing and dancing their way into the hearts of locals preparing for the by-election on April 28.
The local versions of the actors have been in great demand since the by-election was announced given the fact that Indians who generally love Tamil movies represent a large minority in the constituency.
Last Sunday saw them thrilling hundreds in a small hall at the Tuan Mee estate.
They were joined by director “Bharathiraja” who gave a short speech which began with his trademark greeting: “En inniya tamil makkale” (my dear Tamil people). He urged the locals to make sure they came out on polling day and voted for Barisan Nasional.
Kamalhasan and Rajinikanth also made similar appeals to the crowd.
Tamil film legend “M.G. Ramachandran” rose from the dead several nights ago to entrance the crowd with his histrionics.
The artistes were from the Kuala Lumpur-based Sangamam group, that had been performing daily in various estates in the run-up to the by-election.
Judging from the response of people at the MIC-organised event, the artistes may be crucial in tipping the balance at the polls.
Not to be outdone, the Chinese community has brought in popular local artistes Chong Sue Zhung and Li Huei Juin who belted out tunes to entertain voters.
Activities have also been held for youth from the estate who had their first taste of paintball yesterday.
They battled it out for half a day in a four-day sports carnival organised by Umno Youth.

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‘Carnival ‘time with ‘MGR’ and ‘company – Ijok entertained

April 22nd, 2007
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“When MIC president Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu and Parthiban arrived at the show, the song Neenga Nall Irukanum, Naadu Munnayrum (You must be in good health and the country will prosper) was played and the people gave a thunderous applause.”
Super! Superstar pun kalah….
‘Carnival ‘time with ‘MGR’ and ‘company
http://www.thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2007/4/21/nation/17509493&sec=nation
IJOK: Entertainment figures have descended here to lend a carnival-like atmosphere in the campaign of the Ijok by-election.
Superstar Mawi made an appearance to the delight of the folks here a few days ago but it was the unexpected “re-appearance” of the legendary Maradur Gopalamenon Ramachandran (MGR) on Thursday night which was talked about.
The real MGR may have died 20 years ago but thanks to local impersonator M.G. Lakshmanan, the former chief minister
who became famous as a movie star, the actor was brought back to life to campaign for Barisan Nasional’s candidate K. Parthiban.
Evening of stars: (From left) Raja Raja Cholan, Samy, M.S. Britto and local MGR impersonator M.G. Lakshmanan belting out a number in Ijok on Thursday night. The “new” MGR went by the name of “Malaysia MGR.”
More than 500 people attended the cultural show organised by the Malaysian Indian Artistes Association at the SK (T) Batang Berjuntai field.
Judging from the response of the crowd, they were thrilled.
When MIC president Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu and Parthiban arrived at the show, the song Neenga Nall Irukanum, Naadu Munnayrum (You must be in good health and the country will prosper) was played and the people gave a thunderous applause.
Other artistes who performed were local well-known singers Raja Raja Cholan, M.S. Britto, Pa Maheswaran and Jayashree.
Samy Vellu himself belted out two oldies – Aacham Enpathu Madamaiyada (It is stupid to fear challenge) and Aganthamam Un Malaiyum, a love song – getting tremendous applause from his audience.
In his speech, he said Parthiban had good education and was of impeccable character.
A few days ago, the Mawi concert in Bukit Badong drew some 3,000 people.
An Umno state youth leader said: “We just want the folks to lighten up. Mawi is a good choice because he is huge.
“Of course, we don’t expect voters to choose us just because we brought Mawi here but it sure brings in the crowd.”

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NEWS:Barisan and PKR supporters clash on nomination day

April 20th, 2007
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Barisan and PKR supporters clash on nomination day
 

BATANG BERJUNTAI: The by-election for the Ijok state seat, which will see a straight fight between Barisan Nasional’s K. Parthiban and Parti Keadilan Rakyat’s Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahim, has gotten off to a ‘hot’ start. 

A fracas ensued between Barisan and PKR supporters before nominations at the Batang Berjuntai Community Centre yesterday morning, which needed the intervention of FRU personnel. 

Stones, sticks and bottles were hurled at each other by both Barisan and PKR supporters. 

Heated: Barisan Nasional and PKR supporters shouting at each other during nominations for the Ijok by-election at the Batang Berjuntai Community Centre Thursday.
> Both Barisan and PKR claimed that the other side started the fracas; 

> Selangor police chief DCP Ismail Omar has reminded both sides to display maturity during campaigning; 

> Perlis Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Shahidan Kassim was hit by mineral water bottle; 

> Umno Youth chief Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein and his deputy Khairy Jamaluddin criticised the opposition’s scare tactics; 

> Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak says that he will answer allegations made against him over the Altantuya murder case “within the context of the law.” 

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NEWS:BN picks Parthiban as candidate for Ijok by-election

April 16th, 2007
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BN picks Parthiban as candidate for Ijok by-election
http://www.nst.com.my/NST/Article/vArt?did=20070416191117
By : BERNAMA
Email to friend Print article KUALA SELANGOR, MON.: A former Co-Academic officer at the Kuala Selangor District Education Office, K. Parthiban, 38, was chosen as the Barisan Nasional (BN) candidate in the by-election for the Ijok state constituency today.
Selangor BN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Mohamad Khir Toyo, who is also Selangor Menteri Besar, made the announcement in front of about 3,000 BN supporters at Dewan Harmoni, Batang Berjuntai, here this afternoon.
All those present in the hall gave a loud applause to demonstrate their solid support to Parthiban as soon as he was announced as the candidate at 5.20pm. The event was broadcast live on TV over RTM 1.
Among those present were MIC president Datuk Seri S. Samy Vellu, his deputy Datuk G. Palanivel, MCA deputy president Datuk Seri Chan Kong Choy and Umno information chief Tan Sri Muhammad Muhammad Taib.
In his speech shortly after he was introduced by Dr Mohamad Khir, Parthiban promised the BN supporters and voters in the Ijok state constituency that he would continue the tradition of the BN to champion the cause of the people regardless of race or religion. “I will ensure that the BN retains the seat and I appeal to you all to help me (do it),” he said.
He also pledged to continue implementation of all the current and future development programmes by the government.
Born on Oct 6, 1968 in Ladang Raja Musa, Kuala Selangor, Parthiban, who is also the secretary of the MIC Tanjung Karang division and a former Co-Academic Officer at the Kuala Selangor District Education Office, holds key positions in several non-governmental organisations (NGOs), including as president of the Council of the Federation of Kuala Selangor District Youth Associations.
He is also chairman of the Tanjung Karang Hindu Youth Organisation (HYO) and the Ladang Raja Musa Rukun Tetangga sector and a former secretary of the Kuala Selangor Tamil Youth Club from 1990 to 2001.
Parthiban has a Masters in Education Management from the University of Malaya and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree from the same university.
He joined MIC in 1989 and among the key political posts he held were as special officer to the Tanjung Karang Member of Parliament, personal representative of the Permatang Assemblyman for the Indian community, a committee member of the Tanjung Karang Barisan Nasional and head of the Kampung Bukit Belimbing MIC branch.
Parthiban is also a member of the Kuala Selangor District Council.

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