Monday August 3rd 2026
The Negeri Sembilan government has declared Monday August 3rd 2026 an occasional holiday as a gesture of appreciation to the people of the state and all parties who contributed to the successful conduct of the 16th state election, which concluded on Saturday August 1st.
Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said the decision was made with the consent of the Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir.
"Alhamdulillah, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation to Tuanku Muhriz for granting His Royal Highness's consent for my appointment as Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan.
"In this regard, His Royal Highness has also graciously consented for me to announce this special holiday. Many people are still exhausted, so tomorrow provides an opportunity for everyone to take a break," he told reporters during his first press conference as Menteri Besar after the swearing-in ceremony on Sunday August 2nd.
