The Muda party faces internal turmoil as four influential grassroots leaders resign over concerns about transparency, particularly regarding funds raised for the December 2021 flood relief. Former treasurer Vipraharan Balan cites the central executive committee’s failure to disclose the audit report, delayed for three years since the Taman Sri Muda flash flood. Balan issues a two-week ultimatum for the report’s release, threatening legal action if non-compliant. The resignations raise questions about Muda’s leadership and operational integrity.
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KUALA LUMPUR, February 17, 2024 – The Muda party is grappling with internal challenges as four influential grassroots leaders tender their resignations this week. Concerns have arisen regarding the party’s alleged lack of transparency, particularly in disclosing the audit report for funds raised during the December 2021 flood relief efforts.
Vipraharan Balan, the former treasurer of Kapar Muda, emphasized the central executive committee’s (CEC) failure to transparently address the audit report, citing a three-year delay since the Taman Sri Muda flash flood incident. This development raises questions about Muda’s leadership and operational integrity.
Lack of Transparency Sparks Exodus
Vipraharan Balan, 37, who resigned as the ex-treasurer of Kapar Muda, pointed to the CEC’s refusal to disclose the audit report as a primary reason for his departure. The lack of transparency regarding funds raised for the 2021 flood relief efforts has become a focal point for disgruntled members, triggering a series of high-profile exits.
Three-Year Delay Raises Concerns
The flash flood incident in Taman Sri Muda occurred three years ago, and members allege that the central leadership consistently postponed the release of the audit report. Vipraharan Balan expressed frustration, stating, “We (Muda members) have been patient for too long, but CEC kept delaying (the disclosure of the audit report).”
Ultimatum and Threats of Legal Action
Vipraharan Balan issued a two-week ultimatum to the CEC, demanding the preparation of the audit report. He claimed the auditing process was purportedly assigned to Baker Tilly Malaysia. In the event of non-compliance, Vipraharan threatened to file reports with the police, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), and Registrar of Societies Malaysia (ROS).