[Bigiron]

'More opposition in Parliament or lose a DPM?': Redditor says Gan Kim Yong's move to Punggol GRC similar to George Yeo's case

The decision to move to Punggol GRC was made carefully and with his full support, said DPM Gan.

👉 https://tsl.to/gkygeorgeyeo

@mustsharenews

[Bigiron]

'More opposition in Parliament or lose a DPM?': Redditor says Gan Kim Yong's move to Punggol GRC similar to George Yeo's case
 
Source: The Straits Times
 
Author: Not specified
 
Publication Date: April 24, 2025
 
Article Summary:
 
Theme: This article reports on Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Gan Kim Yong's unexpected move to Punggol Group Representation Constituency (GRC) for the upcoming General Election (GE2025). The article explores the public reaction, particularly the concerns raised on Reddit about the move's potential implications for the PAP and voters.
 
Core Points:
 
- DPM Gan's move to Punggol: DPM Gan, previously the anchor for Chua Chu Kang GRC, was fielded in Punggol GRC instead. This caused confusion and speculation among Singaporeans, as it was a last-minute change from his previously announced constituency.
 
- Concerns about the PAP's strategy: A Redditor questioned if the PAP was "that desperate" to field a DPM in a potentially contested GRC or if Gan was "disposable". They drew parallels with the 2011 election, where former Foreign Minister George Yeo was fielded in Aljunied GRC and lost to the Workers' Party (WP), subsequently losing his Cabinet position.
 
- Voters' tough choices: The Redditor argued that Punggol residents now face a choice between potentially increasing opposition representation in Parliament or risking the loss of a DPM.
 
- DPM Gan's response: DPM Gan clarified that the decision to move to Punggol was made carefully and with his full support. He thanked Chua Chu Kang residents for their support and assured them they are "in good hands" under Dr Tan See Leng. He expressed his commitment to serving Punggol residents wholeheartedly.
 
- PM Wong's explanation: PM Lawrence Wong stated that the PAP wanted a stronger distribution of senior leaders across constituencies, with Punggol requiring a "senior office-holder of similar stature" to replace Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean, who is stepping down.
 
Phenomenon:
 
- Last-minute candidate switch: The article highlights the case of DPM Gan's unexpected move to Punggol GRC.
 
- Political strategy: The article discusses concerns about the PAP's strategy in fielding senior leaders in potentially contested constituencies, drawing comparisons to the 2011 election.
 
- Voters' choices: The article emphasizes the dilemma faced by voters in potentially contested GRCs, particularly in Punggol, where they must decide between potentially supporting opposition representation and risking the loss of a senior government leader.

[Ineedhelp]

LHL can sacrifice everyone lah. You think LW calls the shot? Gan even if get back in office will likely not finish 5 years as DPM. CCS and OYK taking over DPM.

[Bigiron]

I rather gain 4 opposition MP than a dpm.
Because pap got lot people. Losing him is nothing.

[victortan]

Hope this Gan loss big n loss his job n pant.

[Clyde]

Channel 8 news shows this pappies woman said they are up against a giant. WP is a giant

[Clyde]

Gan nuar nuar, has no fire in him. As a dpm, cham!

[[[ForeverAlone]]]

This trick used in the last GE and PAP win , that time they assign Heng go one area and he won.

[Wy:Nox]

Seems like a threat to the voters. If PaP loses Punggol, it loses a DPM. The Govt is telling you no more Heng SK which means PM Wong cannot work so you better vote for them.

On the hindsight, just do an emergency promotion of any 4G to replace DPM. That is easy like changing the race of President in her NRIC.

[Cmpunk]

Why all of them asking stupid questions

[Bigiron]

[luncheonmeat]

So far the WP mps have not done much in representing the constituents concerns in parLeement, doubt very much these new high flying candidates can do better. Simi Jamus, He Tingru etc, have they raised old hundred surnames concerns in parleement? Ony PSP is doing so. Please vote for those who are addressing our concerns without fear or favour. Oredy we have very few good ministars in LW's new cabinet, Putucheari is one [he happened to be the one who saved unconscious Heng Swee Keat with his advance CPR knowledge]. He oso happens to be a good MP. Forget about voting out Gan [who is steady if not stellar], we need to keep Putucheari for the sake of our country.

Pungol residents need to put thinking caps on b4 being swayed by the wrong reasons

[Geneco]

need some advice why can't DPM GAN be a grassloots advisor to punggol if he cares so much about punggol lololollo... BUY 1 GET 1 FREE LOLOLOLOLOLOLOL....

Vote DANG DANG, get SXL for FREE lolololol...

[Ernesto]

No worries if lost a DPM . Within minutes still have a replacement.While no opposition voted in all residents have to repent for 5 long years.🤦😱

[ysh02]

Why mimister of internal affair (Home) she cannot lead the team ?

[winbig]

Last time they move HSK to East coast, now same tactic.

[p1acebo]

Seems like a threat to the voters. If PaP loses Punggol, it loses a DPM. The Govt is telling you no more Heng SK which means PM Wong cannot work so you better vote for them.

On the hindsight, just do an emergency promotion of any 4G to replace DPM. That is easy like changing the race of President in her NRIC.

Promote small space Teo to be DPM 

[Clyde]

This trick used in the last GE and PAP win , that time they assign Heng go one area and he won.

They promised the voters there that Heng would be a pm and East Coast would have a pm as their mp. Now, Heng is no longer a pm, dpm nor mp.
This is really " fool EC voters once, shame on pappies; fool Punggol voters again, shame on them(voters)"

[Oasis]

Last time they move HSK to East coast, now same tactic.

[Raphael05]

Must ask his boss why he put dpm there last min lo…

[Raphael05]

Last time they move HSK to East coast, now same tactic.

Same but diff… HSK was the PM designate… east coast voted thinking that they will have a PM in their ward so and cannot possibly vote out a PM to be… GKY is different case…

[Oasis]

Yes need a heavy weight from PAP
DPM Heng and potential..surely won.
A confident strategy

[luncheonmeat]

No worries if lost a DPM . Within minutes still have a replacement.While no opposition voted in all residents have to repent for 5 long years.🤦😱

Iz not GKY who is indispensable, iz Putucheari who has a keen and analytical mind. Putucheari>Harpreet.

Oredy LW's cabinet is filled with many JLB ministars selected by Pinky. LW comrade in arms in GKY. Weakening LW is weakening Sinpwn. WP has no alternative solutions to PAPaya's rubbish policies. Want effective opposition vote in PSP. 

Beri important we retain the good ministars and boot out rubbish ones like disgarcefool, cougar teo, goondu Kong, Indraneeee, the GCB Rajahs and the list goes on.

[Clyde]

Malaysian Put2cherries said he served ns by saving babies in KK hospital. Can other Singaporean have such privilege?
Anyway Gan is the right person to be dpm. The dpm material cannot be better than the pm.

[Nico]

Does GanKimYong think that he is really that significant or important that people is worried for losing him?

I think he over estimated himself. As a Health minister he did nothing to lower or maintain Health care cost... As a minister he is just mediocre.

[luncheonmeat]

Does GanKimYong think that he is really that significant or important that people is worried for losing him?

I think he over estimated himself. As a Health minister he did nothing to lower or maintain Health care cost...  As a minister he is just mediocre.

GKY is LW emotional sarpot buddy in cabinet, like Kwa Geok Choo was LKY.  He helps LW feel good about himself. We need LW to establish himself in his cabinet  and make his mark so his rivals [PM wannabes] will eventually fall in line and work as a unit.

[A2Z]

In fact, after Georgie left, he leads a better life, no loss to Spore. GKY is too safe in CCK, so needs to try out at the new space. If pap wins the most he stays on for another term before LW gets younger leaders for renewal ship. If WP wins, good for all of us more voices in the Parliament. Win-win.

[Ola]

That Gan Bo- Yong can get lost

Cotton Chan can replace him as DPM

[Ineedhelp]

Promote small space Teo to be DPM 

Best suggestion! PAP becomes Holland straightaway!!!

[Tee tiong huat]

In fact, after Georgie left, he leads a better life, no loss to Spore. GKY is too safe in CCK, so needs to try out at the new space. If pap wins the most he stays on for another term before LW gets younger leaders for renewal ship. If WP wins, good for all of us more voices in the Parliament. Win-win.

Latest news,  DPM Mr Gan vs WP raising star.

Senior counsel Harpreet Singh and three other new faces were confirmed on the WP ticket for Punggol GRC. will face off at the May 3 polls. against a PAP team headed by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong in very newest group representation constituency. 

Elsewhere, WP vice-chairman Faisal Manap has left the party’s Aljunied GRC crown jewel to contest Tampines GRC with four others, pitting the team against the PAP & two other opposition parties in a four-cornered fight.

(8 hours ago)Tee tiong huat Wrote: 
Senior counsel Harpreet Singh and three other new faces were confirmed on the WP ticket for Punggol GRC. will face off at the May 3 polls against a PAP team headed by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong in very newest group representation constituency.

Elsewhere, WP vice-chairman Faisal Manap has left the party’s Aljunied GRC crown jewel to contest Tampines GRC with four others, pitting the team against the PAP and two other opposition parties in a four-cornered fight.