Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi, M.P.
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Speeches 34 #128 of 225·#71 in party
Attendance 7/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 21 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Petitions
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Speech history
34 speeches- 10 June 2026 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. A. D. Kamal Sarath and another resident of Puwakgaswatta, Makandana, Madapatha. No further details on the subject of the petition were provided. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary Accepted and presented a petition from Mr. M. M. Sirilal of No. 112, Sandakirana Mawatha, Bokundara, Piliyandala. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 May 2026 AI summary Presented a public petition on behalf of Mrs. O.B.S. Jayasinghe of Jaliyagoda, Piliyandala, for the consideration of Parliament. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 4 March 2026 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi supported the microfinance Bill, arguing that it is intended to regulate and guide the sector rather than oppress people, citing suicides linked to microfinance debt among women as evidence of the need for action. He said the Bill followed consultations with the Central Bank, Ministry of Finance, relevant institutions and community-based organizations, and would establish coordination between the Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority and the Central Bank. He stated that community-based organizations would be assisted toward legal registration and appropriate regulation, while public financial-awareness programmes and initiatives such as “Praja Shakthi” would help vulnerable women and low-income groups avoid renewed debt traps. Debate: Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill - Second Reading (Continued) Corruption & Governance ReformPublic FinanceWomen & Children Read →
- 3 March 2026 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. W.G.N. Priyankara Karunadasa of Udakarawita, Pitadenia, 6th Mile Post, Ratnapura. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 February 2026 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi raised an adjournment question on continued expenditure for Provincial Council Chairmen after the expiry of Provincial Council terms. He asked for the end dates of each Council’s term, the legal or administrative basis for Chairmen continuing in office, their duties after lapse, five-year expenditure details by Council and budget head, and whether any Councils currently lack Chairmen and with what effect. He said continued payment of salaries, allowances, facilities and staff despite Councils not functioning has prompted public criticism and requested a response from the responsible Minister. Adjournment: Adjournment Questions and House Closure Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. M. M. Dingiri Bandara of Jayanthi Uyana, Honanthara North, Piliyandala. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi supported approval of the Aswesuma payment scheme under the Welfare Benefits Act, arguing it should continue while beneficiaries are helped move from dependency to productive economic participation. He linked poverty, ignorance, drug abuse and weak development outcomes to the need for education reform, and stated that copybooks are not banned under the reforms but remain available for children who need support with letter formation. He also criticized Opposition Members for, in his view, commenting on reforms without seeking briefings or engaging sufficiently in committee work. Debate - Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme EducationCost of Living Read →
- 3 December 2025 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi said the Budget debate was taking place amid a major national disaster and argued that all political actors should prioritize relief and recovery over routine partisan criticism. He contrasted the Government’s coordinated response with what he described as insufficiently constructive engagement by the Opposition, while noting that movements such as “Rathu Tharuwa” were now working through state structures. He commended public solidarity, international assistance including from India and Pakistan, and the work of state officials, emphasizing that improved inter-agency coordination was crucial in responding to a disaster affecting 22 districts. Debate: Continued Committee Stage of Appropriation Bill 2026 (Ministry Expenditure Heads - Multiple Speakers) Security & DefenceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 19 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi said the Budget’s provision to recruit 50,000 public servants is necessary to address shortages in key cadres across central, provincial and local institutions caused by past recruitment freezes and post removals. He rejected allegations of ministerial interference in local bodies, arguing that powers are exercised under existing laws while noting that electoral mechanisms can distort control of administrations and should be corrected. He also stated that the Government is addressing pension arrears and gratuity payments, and urged recognition of progress while emphasizing the need to strengthen efficient local authorities for grassroots development. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Committee Stage (Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government; Ministry of Labour) EmploymentCorruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 8 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi defended the President’s Budget, arguing that Opposition criticism ignored clarifications already given and failed to recognize the circumstances under which the first Budgets were prepared. He said implementation of the 2025 Budget was progressing better than in previous years, with district-level progress expected around 70–80 per cent, and described the 2026 Budget as continuing that work. He highlighted proposed measures including public-sector digitisation, recruitment of 75,000 public servants, support for casual workers, and interest support for senior citizens’ deposits, framing the Budget as aimed at stabilising institutions and improving livelihoods. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 Public FinanceCost of LivingEmployment Read →
- 24 October 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Government, Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi conveyed condolences for seven former Members of Parliament. He paid particular tribute to Hon. Dixson J. Perera, recalling his personal warmth, simplicity, non-violent political style, and genuine public affection in areas such as Kesbewa and Dehiwala. He noted Perera’s ability to serve and connect with people despite political and personal pressures, including before taking up an overseas Deputy High Commissioner appointment. Votes of Condolence: Seven Former Members of Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 23 October 2025 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi urged that the proposed changes be considered as a broader reform effort rather than through isolated criticisms. He called for society to unite in supporting the proposal. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 23 October 2025 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi argued that Sri Lanka’s drug problem developed alongside the political and social changes of the 1980s and had been allowed to persist by successive governments that protected underworld networks. He said the current Government was acting transparently to eradicate drugs, the underworld, and associated political culture, and invited both Government and Opposition members to a public mobilization at Sugathadasa Stadium on 30 October led by the Minister of Public Security. He emphasized that many affected persons, including prisoners, were victims of the drug culture and cited personal examples of families and youth destroyed by addiction. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Corruption & Governance ReformLaw & Order Read →
- 26 September 2025 AI summary Presented a petition to Parliament from Mr. B.C.P. Wijethilaka of Pannipitiya, providing the petitioner’s address for the record. Citizens' Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi supported the Agreement before Parliament, arguing that foreign investment and an enabling, reformed environment are necessary to strengthen the country’s future. He reaffirmed his side’s longstanding position on Palestinian rights and accused the Opposition of diverting the debate and using issues such as methamphetamine trafficking for political attacks. He said the Government’s responsibility is to rebuild the country following the political change of September 2024 and claimed that change prevented Sri Lanka from worsening into a major drug-affected state. Debate: Agreement between Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates (Continued) Foreign AffairsLaw & Order Read →
- 22 July 2025 AI summary The Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi presented three public petitions from residents of Piliyandala and requested that they be received by Parliament. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 June 2025 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi informed Parliament that he accepted two petitions for presentation, one from K. Chamila Priyangani Kumari of Bandaragama and another from R. Dharmaratna of Piliyandala. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 18 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi supported the regulations under the Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act, stating that Sri Lanka must align with international legal norms given its global connections and citizens living abroad. He linked the debate to broader claims that the current administration has improved public life, cultural participation, and inter-communal harmony. Referring to Colombo Municipal Council election results, he argued that voters had rejected divisive politics and endorsed the National People’s Power, while noting that local election voting patterns can be influenced by neighbourhood-level candidate preferences. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionReligion & CultureJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 9 May 2025 AI summary Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi rejected attempts to link his party organizer to an incident involving a child, stating that the organizer was only an owner of the institute and not a teacher. He said the matter was being distorted for political purposes, while noting that the Prime Minister had addressed it and that action would be taken against officials if errors or delays were found. Private Members' Motion (P.19/2024): Course of Action for Implementing Audit Recommendations Parliamentary Procedure Read →