Hon. Lal Premanath, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Matara

Profession: Politician

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Speeches 59 #82 of 225·#37 in party

Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

59 speeches

10 October 2025 AI summary Seconding Hon. T.K. Jayasundara’s Motion on tourism, Hon. Lal Premanath highlighted the tourism potential of Deniyaya, Kotapola, and Pitabeddara in Matara District as a cool rural zone suited to ecotourism, cultural tourism, adventure travel, and agro-based tourism. He cited Sinharaja Rainforest access via Lankagama, Getabaru Rajamaha Viharaya, Patna Sliding Rock, waterfalls, tea factories, spice gardens, viewpoints, and hiking trails as key attractions. He urged focused development and further identification of tourism assets in the area to strengthen it as a pillar of the tourism industry. Private Members' Motion P.42/2025: Sinharaja Tourism Zone EnvironmentInfrastructureAgriculture Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath presented a petition to Parliament on behalf of Mr. G.K.N. Madhawa Wijesinghe of Colombo 10. No details of the petition’s subject matter were stated in the speech. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
25 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath supported the Imports and Exports (Control) Regulations, No. 7 of 2025, arguing that they form part of efforts to stabilize the economy and strengthen Sri Lanka’s attractiveness as a tourism destination. He linked the debate to the Government’s broader claims of recovery, national unity, inclusive parliamentary representation, reduced privileges for public representatives, and improved democratic standing, citing the President’s address to the 80th UN General Assembly. He criticized the Opposition for allegedly diverting from the subject and said the Government would continue its programme to develop tourism and elevate Sri Lanka internationally. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionPublic FinanceForeign Affairs Read →
25 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath presented a petition to Parliament from Mr. H.G. Ariyawansa of Samara House, Buluwana, Pitabeddara. Papers Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath raised a supplementary question alleging misuse of the Youth Services Council for personal promotion and wasteful construction projects, citing an abandoned building in Diyadawa, Kotapola DS Division, Matara, said to have cost hundreds of millions of rupees. He asked the Deputy Minister what action the Ministry would take regarding such unnecessary and abandoned buildings across the country. Oral Question: National Youth Services Council Objectives (Q.6/2025) Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
12 September 2025 AI summary Lal Premanath stated that certain institutions had not fulfilled their intended functions until recently. He asked the Deputy Minister, in his capacity as a youth leader and Deputy Minister, what steps had been taken to achieve those objectives going forward. Oral Question: National Youth Services Council Objectives (Q.6/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath said the institution was established to provide youth with leadership training and exposure to diverse cultures. He expressed confidence in the young Deputy Minister responsible for the relevant institutions and noted that notable artistes such as Chandralekha Perera and Chandrasena Hettiarachchi had emerged through its work in the past. Oral Question: National Youth Services Council Objectives (Q.6/2025) EducationReligion & Culture Read →
12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath asked a supplementary question noting that the Deputy Minister’s answer clarified the Youth Services Council was established in 1968 and for its original purpose. He challenged later claims crediting former President Ranil Wickremesinghe with creating such institutions, and referenced Batalanda in disputing that narrative. Oral Question: National Youth Services Council Objectives (Q.6/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath asked the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports to provide details on the establishment, objectives, affiliated institutions, and training centres of the National Youth Services Council, including whether those centres are operational. He also sought information on building construction projects commenced between 2020 and 2024 under the Council, whether any remain incomplete, and what action will be taken regarding them. Oral Question: National Youth Services Council Objectives (Q.6/2025) EducationEmployment Read →
21 August 2025 AI summary Lal Premanath asked whether the Government would consider restructuring the relevant revenue collection mechanism, noting that although a large sum is collected, only a small portion reaches the State. He sought a response on increasing the share retained as government revenue. Oral Question: Vehicle Emission Testing Programme (Q.868/2025) Public Finance Read →
21 August 2025 AI summary Lal Premanath asked whether legal action would be taken against individuals and institutions allegedly using improper methods to pass vehicle tests, despite the programme’s environmental objectives. He framed the issue as irregularities undermining the intended purpose of the vehicle-related programme. Oral Question: Vehicle Emission Testing Programme (Q.868/2025) Justice & Human RightsLaw & OrderEnvironment Read →
21 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath asked the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation to provide details on Sri Lanka’s Vehicle Emission Testing Programme, including its objective, commencement date, annual revenue by vehicle category, and the institution collecting that revenue. He also sought information on the Vehicle Emission Testing Trust Fund, including who initiated it, whether it generates government revenue, and the amount earned. Oral Question: Vehicle Emission Testing Programme (Q.868/2025) EnvironmentPublic Finance Read →
20 August 2025 AI summary Two petitions were presented to Parliament on behalf of Mrs. L.D. Rupa Nandani of Egodakumburahena, Rambukana, Morawaka, and Mrs. U.M. Shriya Kanthi of Pahala Gedara Watta, Aluwana Road, Weliwa, Morawaka. Citizens' Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
5 August 2025 AI summary Asked whether measures are in place to recognize and motivate medical officers, specialists, and staff who continue to serve in remote and difficult areas despite doctors leaving the country or moving to urban hospitals. He highlighted the commitment of the Medical Superintendent and hospital staff in such conditions. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools Healthcare Read →
5 August 2025 AI summary Asked where the proposed new Deniyaya Hospital will be located, noting that the historic existing hospital was originally built by the British for plantation workers. He framed the question in the context of the Government’s stated priority on health and increased health-sector funding. Oral Questions: Education, Energy, President's Fund, Western Provincial Council Vehicles, Public Security, Pirivena Education, Hospitals in Matara, Land Settlement, Coastal Patrol, and Marawila Schools HealthcareInfrastructure Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath informed the House that Hon. T.K. Jayasundara would ask the second supplementary question. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath welcomed the Deputy Minister’s attention to a long-standing tourist area that had not previously been formally designated as a tourism zone. He asked whether the Ministry would coordinate with officials and use the District Coordinating Committee to establish a proper mechanism for its development and recognition. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Infrastructure Read →
23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism for details on tourism zones in Sri Lanka and recognised tourist attractions in the Matara District, including which have been gazetted as tourist destinations. He specifically sought information on attractions in the Kotapola and Pitabeddara Divisional Secretaries’ Divisions and asked whether the Government intends to designate a tourist zone covering those areas, what steps have been taken, and, if not, the reasons. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Foreign Affairs Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Presented a petition from Mr. A.P. Somapala of No. 51, 2nd Lane, Pitabeddara. The petition was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
8 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath raised concerns that the refuse tea trade is affecting smallholder incomes and has developed both domestic and international demand despite being substandard and subject to seizures by Police and Sri Lanka Tea Board officials. He asked whether the Government would consider a lawful mechanism to supply such teas to consumers who seek them, or alternatively introduce and enforce stronger laws to stop illegal trafficking in refuse tea. Oral Question: Refuse Tea Production in Tea Factories AgriculturePublic Finance Read →