Former Minister | Leader of @acmcofficial | Member of @ParliamentLK | IEng
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Joined June 2014
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Congratulations to President @LulaOficial on his re-election as President of #Brazil.
I commend his consistent support for the legitimate rights of the #Palestinian people, including their right to self-determination and an independent state.
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A brief encounter with H.E. Anda Flip, Secretary General of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (@IPUparliament) during my visit along with our @ParliamentLK Hon. Speaker to the 153rd IPU Assembly in Arusha, #Tanzania.
#IPU153 #SriLanka #lka #RishadBathiudeen
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I congratulate Hon. @MiltonDickMP, Speaker of Australia’s House of Representatives, on his election as President of the @IPUparliament. Founded in 1889, the IPU brings together 184 Member Parliaments, promoting democracy, peace, human rights and the protection of MPs worldwide.
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Former Minister and All Ceylon Makkal Congress leader Rishad Bathiudeen visited the family of Sri Lankan national #Anojan Sivarasa in Natpattimunai, Kalmunai, on September 18, following reports that he had been sentenced to death in #SaudiArabia.
Heartiest congratulations to #RumeshaTharanga Pathirage on winning Gold in the Men’s Javelin Throw at the 2026 #Commonwealth Games in #Glasgow! 🇱🇰🥇
A magnificent achievement that has made #SriLanka proud. Wishing you continued success and many more victories ahead!
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congratulations to #LamineYamal for his outstanding performances and to #LionelMessi for his legendary contribution to world #football.
On behalf of the ACMC, heartfelt congratulations to Team #Spain, the coaching staff, and the people of Spain on this remarkable achievement.
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Following the passing of #Qatar’s former ruler, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, widely known as the “Father Emir,” Leader of the @acmcofficial Hon.Rishad Bathiudeen MP signed the condolence book placed at the @QatarEmb_COL and conveyed his deepest condolences.
Press Release | 6 July 2026
ACMC Leader Rishad Bathiudeen urges Minister @BimalRathnayake to facilitate the reopening of the access road to Pallankandal Temple for religious observances.
Pleasure to meet the High Commissioner of India @santjha today at India House. Expressed appreciation for India’s longstanding support to Sri Lanka across hospitals, railways, housing, health & public security, and gratitude for the recent USD 450 Cyclone Ditwah relief assistance
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ACMC Suspends Kurunegala Deputy Mayor’s Party Membership Over Bribery Allegations
ACMC has immediately suspended the party membership of Mr. M.Ashardeen Moinudeen following serious allegations reported yesterday.The Party remains firmly committed to integrity, accountability, and zero tolerance for corruption.
#ACMC #Accountability #ZeroToleranceForCorruption
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Participated in the Iftar Ceremony hosted by the Indian High Commissioner, strengthening bonds of friendship and unity during this blessed month of Ramadan.
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𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 | It is with deep sorrow that I extend my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Prof. #TissaVitharana, former Minister and an eminent academic.
#SriLanka #RishadBathiudeen #ACMC
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The Education Unit of the ACMC successfully organised a grand ceremony to honour the high-achieving students of the Trincomalle Educational Zone who excelled in the 2024 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) and Advanced Level (A/L) Examinations. The event was held on yesterday (16).
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The second Mass Wedding Ceremony under the “#MawaddathawaRahmah” (Affection and Mercy) initiative, launched by Hon. Rishad Bathiudeen, Member of Parliament and Leader of the All Ceylon Makkal Congress (#ACMC), was successfully held on 7th October in Vavuniya. 1/3
Heartfelt thanks to the Govt. of India & PM Narendra Modi for granting LKR 600 million for a new Accident & Emergency Unit at Mannar District General Hospital — a long-standing need of the people of Mannar. Grateful to High Commissioner Santosh Jha for his role in this. #IndSL
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Saddened by the tragic bus accident on the Ella–Wellawaya road last night, which claimed the lives of atleast 15 people and left many injured.
My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for a speedy recovery to the injured. 1/2
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A new building at Rishad Bathiudeen Maha Vidyalaya, Al Qasimi City in Puttalam was ceremonially opened today under the patronage of H.E. Khaled Nasser AlAmeri on the invitation of Hon. Rishad Bathiudeen M.P, Leader of All Ceylon Makkal Congress.
Letter to the Hon. Minister of Health @NalindaJay urging immediate action to allow Muslim women in the health sector in Trincomalee to continue serving in their cultural and religious attire without discrimination. #ReligiousFreedom #HijabRights #EqualRights
In a letter addressed to the Health Minister, MP Rishad Bathiudeen has highlighted growing concerns over recent directives issued by the Provincial Director of Health Services of the Eastern Province, instructing Muslim women employed in the public health sector in the Trincomalee District to refrain from wearing the Hijab, a traditional religious head covering, while on duty.
D: newswire.lk/eysf
