Mukhriz, who is MP for Jerlun, said he is comfortable in his current constituency and there was no reason for him to contest elsewhere, including Langkawi, which is represented by his father, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

“So far no decision has been made but I am more comfortable staying in Jerlun. I have been here for a long time and there is no reason to move,” he told reporters today after an Aidilfritri event here.

Mahathir, who is Pejuang chairman, was reported as saying in March that he would not be contesting in the next general election because of his age and health.

His statement raised speculation that Mukhriz might leave Jerlun to contest in Langkawi.

Mukhriz said Pejuang was well accepted in Kedah because most of its leaders are from this state.

“Acceptance of Pejuang in Kedah is slightly different compared to other states but this does not mean we are not giving attention to other states. Other states are also important,” he added.