Thursday, 29 October 2026

Sarawak State Election: PDP Marudi branch's Women wing wants incumbent Penguang to defend his Marudi seat

MARUDI, Oct 29 2026: Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Marudi branch's Women wing has declared its support for Penguang Manggil to defend his Marudi seat in the coming state election.

Caption: Penguang Manggil was first elected in Marudi in the 2016 state election

In a Facebook post, the Women wing said it will continue to endorse his leadership as the elected representative for Marudi constituency.

"We believe that the continuity of his leadership is vital to advancing the development agenda for the Marudi area, specifically regarding infrastructure, economy, and well-being of the people," the Women wing said.

"The various development initiatives already implemented in Marudi serve as a solid foundation for further progress, ultimately benefiting the local community," it said.

Accordingly, the Women’s Wing firmly declares its support for Penguang to continue his leadership with the same dedication, commitment, and genuine concern for the needs of the people.

"Marudi requires continuity in development, committed leadership, and sustained effort to ensure a better future for its people," the Women wing said.

Penguang,72, was firt elected as Marudi State Legislative Member (SLM) in the 2016 state election.

He was appointed the Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government in 2022 and a Vice President of the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP).

In the state government service, he was the Controller of Environmental Quality Board and Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government before retiring and then entering politics.



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