Hon. Mujibur Rahman, M.P.
Profession: Politician
Speeches 277 #16 of 225·#7 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 115 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Debate
Activity by sitting
84 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
Topic focus
AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
277 speeches- 6 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman raised a point of order concerning a two-envelope tender process for a 50 MW project, arguing that Hayleys Fentons had initially been rejected on technical grounds and that its financial bid was opened only after a Procurement Appeal Board direction. He stated that, despite the Procurement Committee again finding the technical proposal non-responsive, the matter was approved by a Cabinet sub-committee after 1 November, and that a related court case was withdrawn following an undertaking to split the project into two 25 MW lots. He maintained that the issue was not the identity of the awardee but alleged violations of tender procedures, transparency, and the rule of law. Ministerial Statement: Wind Power Plant Tender Process in Mannar Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman briefly remarked that something had been given or supplied at a higher price. The excerpt is too fragmentary to determine the subject, context, or any specific proposal or demand. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Cost of Living Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman briefly stated that he was addressing a procedural matter. No specific proposal, question, or substantive policy issue was raised in the quoted remarks. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman stated that the numerical figure under discussion was not material to his point. No specific policy proposal, legislative reference, or demand was made in the recorded excerpt. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman stated that his concern was not the amount involved but the procedure being followed. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman briefly interjected to state that the matter being discussed was not the relevant issue. No substantive proposal, question, or policy position was presented in the recorded statement. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman alleged that a tender previously rejected for a major bid bond deviation and again found non-responsive on appeal was later recommended for award by a Cabinet-appointed committee. He claimed the reversal resulted from political appointments and pressure under both the former and current Governments. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman argued that official documents, including the PC report, CANC report, and Cabinet Paper, indicated that Hayleys Fentons had been rejected, yet Cabinet approval was subsequently granted to Dhammika Perera. He contended that if the Government intended to change the award, the proper procedure would have been to call for a fresh tender. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 5 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman challenged the Minister’s account of cooperation with Customs unions, citing a Customs Officers’ Association letter alleging that 323 containers were released despite risk-management concerns, including 86 marked for mandatory Red Channel examination. He then questioned the handling of the 50 MW Mannar wind power tender, alleging that procurement decisions after appeals and Cabinet consideration improperly favoured Hayleys Fentons despite earlier technical and bid-bond objections. He demanded transparency on the Cabinet approval of 6 January 2025, argued that the project should have been re-tendered if the process was flawed, and cautioned officials against changing tender documents under political pressure. Debate: Regulations on Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Foreign Exchange Act Public FinanceInfrastructureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 24 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman paid tribute to four deceased former Members of Parliament, extending condolences to the families of Hon. Reginald Perera, Hon. Rukman Senanayake, Hon. Sirinal de Mel, and Hon. Dr. I. M. Ilyas. He recalled Sirinal de Mel’s role in the UNP and trade union movement, particularly in support of working people, and noted his service as a National List MP from 2015. He gave particular attention to Dr. Ilyas, citing his early political work after the 1976 Puttalam Grand Mosque incident, his election to Parliament in 1994, and his activism on international, democratic, media freedom, and minority rights issues. Votes of Condolence: Rukman Senanayake, A.A. Reginald Perera, Sirinal de Mel, and Dr. I.M. Ilyas Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 23 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman urged the Government not to deport Rohingya refugees to Myanmar, citing military rule and human rights concerns there. He argued that Sri Lanka should handle the matter humanely, recalling Sri Lankans’ own history of seeking asylum during past conflicts. He proposed allowing the refugees to remain temporarily in Sri Lanka with UNHCR facilitation until third-country resettlement is arranged. Adjournment Motion: Ensuring Protection for Rohingya Refugees in Sri Lanka Foreign AffairsJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 23 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman raised concerns over delays at Sri Lanka Customs, stating that around 3,000 containers were stuck and that demurrage and port-related costs would be passed on to consumers, including for essential goods. He called for an investigation and suspensions over the reported release of 323 containers, particularly those allegedly requiring “red line” checks, and asked who authorized the releases. He also criticized rising rice and coconut prices, urged the Government to gazette a guaranteed paddy price, remove the Rs. 65 per kg levy on imported rice if it was inherited from the previous administration, and resolve contradictions over public servants’ vehicle permits. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Related Economic Measures AgriculturePublic FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 21 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman asked the Minister to urgently intervene in the Maligawatta Housing Scheme, where he said a residents’ car park in the Ramya area had been leased to a private party between 2020 and 2024 and was being used for warehouse construction. He said the scheme’s courtyards, trees, play areas, and car parks were intended for residents, and also raised concern that the Araliya Uyana playground may be leased. He requested action to protect these spaces and restore the car parks for residents’ use. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions) Land & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 9 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman stated that queues for obtaining passports were still ongoing. He raised the issue as a continuing public inconvenience requiring government attention. Adjournment Debate: Government Performance and Commodity Prices Law & Order Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman stated that similar incidents had been reported during the previous Parliament, covering the 2020–2024 period. Procedural Matters and Standing Order 27(2) Question on Prevention of Terrorism Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman said he raised the matter because wrongdoing in Parliament often leads to blame being placed on MPs. He requested that, when such incidents are reported, the Speaker ensure inquiries are conducted and appropriate action is taken, noting that the Secretary-General had previously taken measures such as suspensions. Procedural Matters and Standing Order 27(2) Question on Prevention of Terrorism Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Mujibur Rahman questioned why 24-hour Police or STF protection is being provided to unauthorized constructions. He further asked whether the Government would take steps to prevent IDF members and Israeli soldiers from entering Sri Lanka, citing concerns about their arrival as tourists, reported effects on European tourist arrivals, and restrictions imposed by some other countries. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister Law & OrderForeign Affairs Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman questioned why reported Israeli religious and cultural centres, including sites in Weligama, Dehiwala and Colombo, were receiving round-the-clock Police and STF protection despite concerns that they were unauthorized constructions. He cited the detention of a university student near the Dehiwala site and asked what urgent action would be taken, arguing that the matter raised national security concerns in the context of Sri Lanka’s longstanding pro-Palestine position. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister Foreign AffairsSecurity & DefenceLaw & Order Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman raised questions to the Prime Minister on national security and foreign policy following concerns about an incident in Arugam Bay involving Israeli tourists. He sought details on Israeli arrivals, any links to the Israeli Defence Forces, visa compliance, business or investment activity, detentions for invalid visas, and permissions granted for Israeli religious or cultural centres, including their locations and legal basis. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister Security & DefenceForeign Affairs Read →
- 7 January 2025 AI summary Mujibur Rahman informed Parliament that reports had emerged of harassment within the Information Systems and Management Department. He noted that Members had stated the issue exists, indicating concern for parliamentary attention. Oral Question: Death of Pigs Due to Epidemic Disease and Procedural Matters (Q.187/2024) Justice & Human Rights Read →