Johor PKR condemned former members and leaders for politically immature behaviour involving baseless accusations and misleading narratives following their departure from the party. The party said such actions risk confusing current PKR members and the public, damaging the movement’s unity and purpose [1, 2].

Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa, chairperson of the Johor PKR leadership council, said former leaders have used media platforms irresponsibly. She said, "PKR respects every individual's right to determine their own political stance, but the decision to leave the struggle should not be accompanied by baseless accusations, confusing narratives or statements that are more emotional than factual" [1].

Dr Zaliha rejected claims that thousands of members are leaving PKR, calling such assertions "political propaganda tools" that do not reflect the party's true grassroots strength [1]. She added, "It is unfair to portray the entire party as being in a fragile state simply because a handful of individuals have chosen to go in a different direction" [1].

The Johor PKR leadership highlighted that the party maintains strong leadership, an active organisational machinery, and loyal grassroots members fully committed to the reform struggle [1, 2]. They stressed that political differences and member departures are normal in any party, urging the public to judge whether former leaders left based on principles or personal disappointments. As Dr Zaliha said, "If there were indeed those who were disappointed or held differing principles, such a situation was normal in politics" and the public can assess the true motivations behind departures [1].

Dr Zaliha said PKR Johor rejects politics of vengeance or unconstructive debates, focusing instead on strengthening its organisation to face future political challenges. She affirmed, "PKR has weathered far greater challenges and will continue to stand firm because its strength lies in principles, not personalities" [1].

The chairperson’s statement was issued in May 2026 as the party confronted internal criticism following recent resignations by former leaders. Johor PKR remains committed to consolidating its ranks and preparing for upcoming political contests across the region [1, 2].