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Sprint Sensation – Jabir Junaid Early Years Jabir Junaid was born on 24 December 1946, in the small town of Thihariya (Gampaha District) not far from the hometown of former Prime Minister Srimavo Bandaranaike. His father, Mr. Junaid was a self-made wealthy enterprising industrialist, owning eleven businesses at the height of his career. At one time he was the fourth richest Muslim in the country. He was a renowned philanthropist and compassionate humanitarian. His generosity and kindness included personal loving care for his staff of 500 workers. For the poorest he purchased forty perch of land and built small mud houses with bamboo sticks for their dwelling, along with wells supplying fresh water for drinking and other use. He provided for many marriageable daughters a dowry and often paid for their wedding expenses as well. All his staff were paid two bonuses a year! Mr. Junaid wanted Jabir at an ...