Yesterday, Ayer Lanas assemblyman Kamarudin Nor confirmed that he had received a letter terminating his appointment as an exco member but declined to disclose its contents. (Facebook pic)PETALING JAYA: The Kelantan government today confirmed that Kamarudin Nor ceased to serve as a state executive councillor effective Nov 9.

Deputy menteri besar Fadzli Hassan said the decision regarding the Kelantan Bersatu chairman had received the consent of the Kelantan ruler.

He also said the tourism, culture, arts and heritage portfolio previously held by Kamarudin would be split, with Hilmi Abdullah taking over tourism and arts, while Zamakhshari Muhamad oversees heritage and culture.

Hilmi is the Guchil assemblyman, while Zamakhshari represents the Apam Putra state constituency.