"We are concerned about people's welfare and their wellbeing and not the Party's welfare. We do our politics not to gain votes, but to satisfy the common masses and fulfil their needs and aspirations. Therefore, one can always trust us and come behind us," said All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Chairman and Minister of Industry and Commerce Rishad Bathiudeen.
He was addressing the ACMC Party organizers, supporters and other well-wishers from the Ampara District, at a meeting held at a leading Hotel in Batticaloa recently. Representatives from the Kalmunai, Pottuvil and Sammanthurai electorates too were present.
Party Chairman and Deputy Minister Ameer Ali presided over the meeting which was also attended by Member of Parliament Abdullah Mahroof, Chairman of Laksala Dr. S.M.M. Ismail, Chairman of State Trading (General) Corporation A.M. Jameel and former Kalmunai Mayor Siras Meerasahib, former MP M.A. Abdul Majeed, MP Ishak Rahuman, Party Secretary General S. Subaideen, Dr. Anees Sheriff,
Dr. Shafee Shihabdeen and former Principal A.R.M. Jiffry and representatives of the Central Committee.
Dr. Shafee Shihabdeen and former Principal A.R.M. Jiffry and representatives of the Central Committee.
Bathiudeen said "We have entered into Ampara District long after Sri Lanka Muslim Congress's inception as we have been invited by the people of the Ampara District who were attracted by our good deeds. They observed our actions and services from long distances. We never had an idea of challenging any party in the Ampara District, but those who are in power obstruct our good deeds and try to sabotage our work, thinking that we would take upper hand."
He added "Our intentions are very pure, as such we are going forward and this cannot be tolerated by some sections of the people. The common masses are with us and trust us, so we do not worry. We are for the people and our party is for the wellbeing of the common masses. Our promises would be fulfilled and we look forward to the people's support and co-operation at all times."
Party organizers from various parts of the district too spoke and presented their suggestions.
