Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Monaragala

Profession: Teacher

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Speeches 23 #163 of 225·#101 in party

Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

23 speeches

7 May 2026 AI summary Hon. M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported the further extension of emergency regulations, arguing that they are needed to continue relief delivery and accelerate reconstruction after what she described as Sri Lanka’s most severe natural disaster. She cited official figures on deaths, missing persons, damaged homes, affected families, and a World Bank estimate of USD 4.1 billion in infrastructure damage, and referred to measures including the emergency Gazette, essential services declarations, an Essential Services Commissioner-General, the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Presidential Task Force, and special subcommittees. She stated that major relief grants had been largely disbursed, gave percentage completion figures for several payments, and said remaining work includes completing benefits and rebuilding railways, highways, and other essential infrastructure. Debate and Approval: Public Security Ordinance Extension (Emergency) - Part 2 Public FinanceInfrastructureLaw & Order Read →
7 May 2026 AI summary The member spoke in support of extending emergency provisions under Section 2 of the Essential Public Services Act, No. 61 of 1979. She framed the measure in the context of the Government’s period in office and the need to maintain essential public services. Debate and Approval: Public Security Ordinance Extension (Emergency) - Part 2 Parliamentary Procedure Read →
9 April 2026 AI summary Hon. Chathuri Gangani supported regulations extending service and retirement limits for women in the Tri-Forces, arguing that earlier rules based on sex forced women officers and other ranks to retire prematurely and limited promotions after significant State investment in their training. She cited the contributions and sacrifices of 12,416 women serving across the forces, including deaths, disabilities, sports achievements and gallantry awards, and said the reforms align with constitutional gender equality, UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and SDG 5. She stated that the gazetted changes would improve morale, retain experienced personnel, reduce training costs, and expand opportunities for promotions, overseas training and peacekeeping service. Debate on Regulations under Defence Acts and Extension of State of Emergency Law & OrderWomen & ChildrenSecurity & Defence Read →
8 April 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani seconded the Adjournment Motion, arguing that the Government restored economic stability after taking office in 2024, citing a reduced deficit, higher current account surplus and increased revenue. She said the Government had responded to Cyclone “Ditva” and current global war-related energy pressures without passing the full burden to consumers, and outlined a Rs. 100 billion relief package covering electricity users, fisheries, fertilizer, tea smallholders and Aswesuma beneficiaries. She assured continued supplies of fuel, gas and essentials during the festive season and called for collective support to manage the global situation. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Public FinanceCost of LivingSecurity & Defence Read →
6 March 2026 AI summary A petition from Mrs. M.P.K.H. Pathirage of Monaragala was presented to Parliament by Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
5 March 2026 AI summary The Hon. M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus proposal for a National Care Policy to recognize unpaid care work as part of the national economy, in the context of International Women’s Day 2026 and the UN theme on women’s rights, justice and action. She highlighted recent gender-sensitive budgeting measures, particularly housing support for low-income and women-headed households under the “Seamatha Nivahana” programme, including an increase in housing grants to Rs. 1 million and planned allocations for 31,000 houses. She also referred to housing initiatives for plantation workers, conflict-affected displaced persons, and girls leaving care homes, stating that these measures aim to improve women’s safety, dignity, and social, economic and political standing. Adjournment: National Care Policy and International Women's Day Women & ChildrenPublic FinanceLand & Housing Read →
19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported amendments to the Judicature Act and the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs Ordinance to criminalize narcotics offences on the high seas and vest jurisdiction over such offences in Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court. She cited UNODC findings and national arrest and prison statistics to argue that Sri Lanka’s maritime position has made it vulnerable to drug trafficking, with youth and women increasingly affected. She referred to the “The Whole Nation Together – Let’s Get Out” national anti-drug operation launched in October 2025, noting seizures, arrests with INTERPOL support, and rehabilitation efforts as part of a coordinated response. Debate (continued): Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill Justice & Human RightsLaw & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
9 January 2026 AI summary On behalf of the Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Sustainable Use of Resources, Mrs. M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani presented the Committee’s report on several referred annual and performance reports. These included reports relating to land reform and title registration, fertilizer companies, wildlife conservation, land administration, agricultural insurance, and the Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau. The report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Papers Presented and Committee Reports AgricultureLand & HousingEnvironment Read →
14 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani defended the Government’s 2026 “Citizens’ Budget” as building on claimed macroeconomic stabilization in 2025, citing 4.8 per cent growth, stronger reserves, exchange rate stability, a primary surplus, and debt reduction targets to 2026 and 2030. She said the Budget aims to exceed 7 per cent growth through export development, MSME support, rural infrastructure, digitalization, and improved access to education, health and essential services. She specifically defended the proposed Rs. 200 Government-paid attendance incentive for estate workers, criticizing Opposition efforts to challenge it before the Bribery Commission and arguing that the measure is justified relief for a long-neglected workforce. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill 2026 – Sixth Allotted Day EmploymentCost of LivingPublic Finance Read →
10 October 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported the proposal to strengthen legal education, arguing that citizens need practical knowledge of the law to build an ethical, disciplined, and law-abiding society. She stated that the 2026 education reforms will include Law within Civic Education from Grade 6, following earlier parliamentary discussions and requests by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka. She outlined a grade-wise module structure from “Law for Life” in Grade 6 to “Government and the Law-abiding Citizen” in Grade 11, with compulsory modules for Grades 6-9 and optional preference-based modules for Grades 10-11, aimed at addressing issues such as child protection, violence, drugs, corruption, fraud, and environmental harm. Private Members' Motion P.43/2025: Integrating Law and Ethics to School Curriculum EducationLaw & OrderJustice & Human Rights Read →
24 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported the Penal Code (Amendment) Bill as a measure to strengthen child protection in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 11 of the Constitution, and existing Sri Lankan child welfare frameworks. She cited survey data and National Child Protection Authority complaints to argue that corporal punishment, physical abuse, and psychological abuse remain widespread in homes, schools, and institutions, and noted prior Education Ministry circulars prohibiting corporal punishment in schools. She emphasized that the Bill is not aimed at any single group, including teachers, but seeks to ensure children are disciplined without violence and to protect their rights. She also linked child safety to broader concerns over narcotics and said legal reform should be accompanied by creating a safer social environment for children. Debate: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Women & ChildrenJustice & Human RightsEducation Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Asked whether, with the recommencement of the Lower Basin Development of the Uma Oya project, funds would be allocated from that project to restart the relevant canal work. She also sought clarification on the future measures planned for the canal project. Oral Questions and Answers (Q.846/2025, Q.1024/2025, Q.1068/2025, Q.1070/2025, Q.1073/2025, Q.1076/2025, Q.1092/2025) Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani questioned the failure of a canal project that began about 15 years ago, noting that over 5 km of the canal remains dry despite substantial excavation and reported expenditure of Rs. 67.58 million. She said farmers have not received the intended water benefits or associated infrastructure such as roads along the banks, and asked whether a formal investigation would be initiated into the project. Oral Questions and Answers (Q.846/2025, Q.1024/2025, Q.1068/2025, Q.1070/2025, Q.1073/2025, Q.1076/2025, Q.1092/2025) Public FinanceAgriculture Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock Resources, Lands and Irrigation for details on the Irrigation Department project to construct a canal from Kuda Oya to the Debara Ara reservoir in the Wellawaya Divisional Secretariat Division. She sought information on the commencement date, allocation, funding sources, procurement process, technical supervision, contractor, disposal of excavated material, and whether the project’s intended objectives had been achieved, with a request to table relevant documentation. Oral Questions and Answers (Q.846/2025, Q.1024/2025, Q.1068/2025, Q.1070/2025, Q.1073/2025, Q.1076/2025, Q.1092/2025) InfrastructureAgriculture Read →
19 August 2025 AI summary Asked for details on the recruitment of around 300 individuals, specifically requesting the final cut-off mark, the selection process, and the exact timeframe within which the appointments would be made. Oral Question: Government Management Service Recruitment (Q.9/1091/2025) Employment Read →
19 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani asked about recruitment from the 2024 limited competition examination, noting that candidates scoring 116 marks had already been recruited. Referring to the precedent of the 2019 examination, she sought the Government’s forward plan for candidates who passed with marks between 100 and 115 and asked how many recruits were expected under the relevant Cabinet decision. Oral Question: Government Management Service Recruitment (Q.9/1091/2025) Employment Read →
9 May 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani supported the motion on providing housing for every family, citing census and district data on inadequate housing, including significant needs in Moneragala and Colombo. She outlined Government measures through the National Housing Development Authority, including allocations for low-income houses, middle-income housing loans, public servants’ housing loans, and concessionary rental housing near workplaces. She emphasized that housing policy is being developed in response to identified needs across rural, urban, low-income, and middle-income communities. Private Members' Motion (P.25/2024): Providing Housing for Every Family in Sri Lanka Land & Housing Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Chathuri Gangani outlined the 2025 allocations for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, including Rs. 8,486 million for sports, and emphasized expanding opportunities for rural youth and school children. She highlighted women’s achievements in athletics, netball, wrestling and cricket, named several prominent athletes, and said the Government is addressing delayed reward payments through the National Sports Fund subject to Cabinet approval. She also referred to allocations for international tournaments, Presidential Sports Awards, athlete nutrition and travel, the “Kreeda Shakthi” programme, and additional university admission credits for National Sports Festival medalists. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) Women & ChildrenPublic FinanceEducation Read →
4 March 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani raised concerns that soil and gravel removed during mining are being transported without GSMB permits, contributing to large-scale gravel and sand trafficking and causing damage to riverbanks, bridges, and the environment, particularly along Kirindi Oya in Wellawaya. She asked whether the National Gem and Jewellery Authority would issue licences only after clearances from the Central Environmental Authority and the Road Development Authority, and what action would be taken to address the resulting public hardship and unrepaired damage. Oral Question 3: Gemstone mining licences in Wellawaya (Q.489/2025) Law & OrderEnvironmentInfrastructure Read →
4 March 2025 AI summary The Member raised concerns that NGJA-issued gem mining licences in Wellawaya are allegedly being used for large-scale sand trafficking in violation of licence conditions. She questioned why licences were not cancelled and asked for clarification on the NGJA’s use of a “settlement fee” mechanism that permits continued operations. Oral Question 3: Gemstone mining licences in Wellawaya (Q.489/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformEnvironment Read →