How are Bersatu and PAS leaders accused of inciting racial and religious hatred?

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Bersatu and PAS Leaders Accused of Spreading Disinformation Affecting Racial and Religious Harmony

DAP chairman Lim Guan Eng has accused leaders from Perikatan Nasional (PN), specifically PAS and Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, of engaging in unethical and irresponsible political tactics. These accusations stem from the alleged dissemination of disinformation and falsehoods aimed at inciting hatred and fear towards Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh, which have consequently impacted racial goodwill and undermined religious harmony.
False Claims Regarding Sukma Hosting Rights

A specific instance highlighted involves Kelantan PAS Youth chief Mohamad Kamal Mohamed, who falsely alleged that Hannah Yeoh had used her ministerial authority to prevent Kelantan from hosting the 2024 Malaysia Games (Sukma). The factual account indicates that the Kelantan state government had, in fact, agreed to host the 2028 Sukma edition to allow for additional preparation time and the construction of necessary sports facilities. This decision was a result of discussions between the National Sports Council and state representatives, and was subsequently approved by the Sukma Supreme Council.
Allegations of Proselytisation Through Ministry Initiatives

Further accusations have been levelled against Yeoh concerning visits to houses of worship organised by the ministry's agency, Impact Malaysia, as part of Projek Artikel 11. These initiatives have been misrepresented as attempts at evangelisation, despite reports that no Muslim participants were involved in the specific youth programme. PAS secretary-general Datuk Seri Takiyuddin Hassan is noted to have made further baseless accusations against the minister in relation to these events.
Investigation into Criminal Defamation

In light of these allegations, authorities have initiated an investigation into Bersatu's Badrul Hisham Shaharin, also known as Che’gu Bard. He faces scrutiny for criminal defamation. The investigation concerns his linking of the Ministry of Youth and Sports to Christian proselytisation and allegations that the ministry channelled funds to a non-governmental organisation. This NGO was purportedly involved in encouraging non-Christian youths to visit churches. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has publicly stated a zero-tolerance policy towards incitement of racial or religious sentiments, directing security services to remain vigilant against such attempts.

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