Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga, M.P.
Profession: Politician
Speeches 30 #135 of 225·#76 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 12 speeches
Last spoke 9 June 2026 in Papers
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24 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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Speech history
30 speeches- 9 September 2025 AI summary Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga asked the Minister of Defence to detail the reliefs and allowances provided to disabled military personnel who are unable to remain in active service, and to their dependents after death either following medical retirement or while still in service. He questioned whether the current benefits are adequate and whether steps have been taken to increase them. He also sought clarification on whether personnel dismissed after failing to report for duty due to disability receive any relief, and if not, whether the Government accepts the need to provide such support and what action is being taken. Oral Question: Disabled Military Personnel - Reliefs/Allowances Provided (Q.1118/2025) Security & DefenceJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 22 August 2025 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. B.S. Chandrasiri Perera of No. 58, Parana Kanda, Chaththala. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga alleged serious procurement and financial irregularities in the dairy cattle import project, citing Cabinet decisions, Auditor General findings, the release of a 20 per cent advance without required securities, and a claimed fruitless expenditure of Rs. 2,110.3 million. He also raised concerns over the National Gem and Jewellery Authority’s relocation after building damage, stating that rent payments, procurement issues, conflicts of interest, and equipment damage caused avoidable losses when repairs would have cost far less. He said COPE’s scrutiny of such matters is intended to prevent waste and redirect public resources to welfare needs. Adjournment Debate: Special Audit Report on Advance Payment for Import of 15,000 Dairy Cattle and COPE Report on National Gem and Jewellery Authority Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 20 May 2025 AI summary In the debate on revising taxes on imported electric vehicles, the Member supported maintaining revenue measures while allowing luxury EV imports, arguing that EV taxes would remain lower than those on petrol, diesel, or hybrid vehicles and that revenue could fund public programmes. He also called for protection of domestic electric vehicle manufacturers and assemblers as vehicle imports resume after the economic crisis. Responding to Opposition claims, he rejected allegations of genocide by the armed forces, said wartime-acquired lands in the North and East had been or would be released where ownership was verified, and argued that the current Government was giving due recognition to war veterans. Debate: Order under the Excise (Special Provisions) Act - Electric Vehicle Tax Revision (Continued) Public FinanceSecurity & DefenceEnvironment Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga presented seven petitions to Parliament on behalf of constituents from Athurugiriya, Kadawatha, Thambuttegama, Matara, Wattala, Peradeniya, and Trincomalee. The petitions were formally laid on the Table for parliamentary consideration. Petitions - Citizens' Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 28 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga supported the 2025 Budget allocations for the Ministry of Defence and related agencies, emphasizing the role of the Tri-Forces, Police, Civil Security Department, and Coast Guard in war, disasters, and national security. He argued that national security depends on inter-ethnic harmony and criticized past political interference and communalism as causes of conflict and institutional weakness. He called for prioritizing technologically advanced maritime and air surveillance capabilities, including aircraft and patrol assets, to improve narcotics interdiction, search and rescue, and protection of Sri Lanka’s Exclusive Economic Zone. He cited Budget provisions for Wave Rider boats, medium-speed patrol boats, naval refits, Y-12 aircraft, Coast Guard vessels, and other defence capacity-building measures. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate Continued (Afternoon) Security & DefenceEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga presented a petition to Parliament from Mr. K.M.G. Wijerathna Banda of Goodwood Village, Mandaramnuwara. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 February 2025 AI summary Lt. Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga defended the Rs. 100 million allocation for a feasibility study on using rail to transport agricultural produce from Thambuttegama and other hubs, arguing it could reduce post-harvest losses, prices, and road congestion. He rejected claims that a recent High Court incident reflected a national security failure, stating suspects had been arrested and that the 2025 Budget’s Rs. 404 billion security allocation, including aircraft and patrol craft procurement, was adequate because wasteful security deployments had been curtailed. He highlighted allocations for poverty relief and social empowerment, including increased Aswesuma payments and extended transitional assistance, alongside major health and education funding. He argued that anti-corruption governance, fiscal management, and support for a production economy would help attract FDI and achieve growth. Appropriation Bill 2025: Second Reading (Fourth Allotted Day) AgricultureCorruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary The Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga supported the approval of regulations under the Intellectual Property Act for registering geographical indications, stating that GIs protect authenticity, prevent unauthorized use, and increase product value. He noted that while Ceylon Tea and Ceylon Cinnamon are already recognized, products such as Ceylon Pepper, King Coconut, pineapple, palmyrah, kithul, Jaffna mango, crafts, and textiles could also be registered through associations or cooperatives. He argued that GI registration would support the Government’s production economy agenda and cited international examples and price increases to encourage regions to pursue registrations. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Public FinanceAgricultureLaw & Order Read →
- 24 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga used his maiden speech to support the condolence motions, with particular focus on former Member A.A. Reginald Perera from Gampaha. He recalled Perera’s career from the Wattala–Mabola Urban Council to Parliament, his work on local services such as water supply and electrification in Mahara, and his support for religious and community institutions. He conveyed condolences to Perera’s family following his death on 8 October 2024. Votes of Condolence: Rukman Senanayake, A.A. Reginald Perera, Sirinal de Mel, and Dr. I.M. Ilyas Parliamentary Procedure Read →