On Aug. 30, the last day of campaigning for the 2023 presidential election, Tan Kin Lian spoke to the media, thanked his supporters and greeted the residents at Hougang.
Here's how Tan's last campaign day went down, in photos:
Tan's doorstop at Hougang was the final time he spoke to the media during the campaign period. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan's team rallied behind him as a crowd of reporters and curious onlookers gathered around. Photo by Ethan Ong.
"It will be more valuable if I am elected," said Tan of his A6 size "micro-poster". Photo by Ethan Ong.
One of Tan's micro-posters on a bench near Hougang Mall, shortly after it was distributed. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan fielding questions from reporters. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan and his team members discussing flyer distribution plans. He had cancelled walkabout plans on Monday and Tuesday to focus on handing out flyers. Photo by Ethan Ong.
A supporter with one of Tan's flyers. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan greeted residents while walking around Hougang Central and handing out flyers. Photo by Ethan Ong.
A supporter brought Tan a "home-grown" banana, which he sampled with approval. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan taking a short break from campaigning to enjoy the banana. Photo by Ethan Ong.
All smiles on the last day of campaigning. Photo by Ethan Ong.
During the walkabout, Tan was approached by supporters who asked for photos. Photo by Ethan Ong.
A supporter shows a thumbs-up for Tan Kin Lian. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan stopped to chat with people having their meals as he passed by a coffee shop at Hougang Central. Photo by Ethan Ong.
One of Tan's conversation starters was to ask residents if they knew his name. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan stopped to chat with shoppers and stallholders in Hougang Central. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan stopped to chat with a resident. Photo by Ethan Ong
Tan chatting with residents in Hougang Central. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan passing by the shops in Hougang Central. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan's grandson joined in for the walkabout at Hougang Central. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan passing by the coffeeshop near Hougang Mall. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan and his daughter Su Ling. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Tan left with his family members at the end of the walkabout. Photo by Ethan Ong.
Top photo by Ethan Ong.