Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan, M.P.

Democratic Tamil National Alliance (DTNA)· Vanni

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Speech history

69 speeches

22 November 2025 AI summary The member urged the Minister to address the large number of annual inter-hospital referrals and long waiting times faced by patients, particularly in Mullaitivu and Mannar. While noting opposition to bringing provincial hospitals under the Central Government, he asked that Mullaitivu and Mannar hospitals be considered for central responsibility due to delayed Provincial Council funding and concerns about public confidence in healthcare services. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionHealthcare Read →
22 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised welfare concerns for journalists, including insecure incomes, lack of pensions, housing and access to loans, while paying tribute to journalists killed in the past. On the Health Ministry allocation, he urged urgent attention to war-affected Vanni, particularly Mannar and Mullaitivu hospitals, citing shortages of staff, buildings, ambulances, equipment and anesthetists, and requested ministerial visits to the area. He specifically asked that transferred anesthetists be made to report, a promised CT scanner be provided to Mannar, the difficult-area classification of Mannar Hospital be reviewed, and Indian-assisted hospital projects in Mullaitivu and Mannar be commenced without delay. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) Justice & Human RightsHealthcare Read →
20 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan asked what immediate action the CEB is taking to provide delayed service connections for consumers who have already paid, and urged that paper electricity bills be resumed in rural areas such as Wanni and Mullaitivu until digital access and literacy improve. He welcomed the suspension of the Mannar wind protest following assurances and a Gazette decision against siting wind projects within Mannar town limits, and requested that wind farms not be placed in urban or peri-urban Mannar, proposing instead utility-scale solar on barren lands. He also called for measures to reduce outages caused by salt deposition, installment plans or subsidies for unaffordable connection fees, and defended the role of clergy in raising civic concerns on behalf of communities. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate EnvironmentCost of LivingInfrastructure Read →
18 November 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan welcomed some Budget measures but questioned the scale of Defence allocations, alleging that the military continues to occupy private lands in the North, use them for commercial activity, and operate businesses without transparent accounting. He urged the Government and President to release all civilian lands held by the forces, move a Mannar checkpoint to allow public development, reduce defence expenditure, and provide accounts for military-generated revenue. He welcomed more equal policing and anti-drug efforts but requested urgent repairs to the Mannar police station and action against online financial scams affecting rural people. He also called for repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act and cautioned against using archaeology or religious claims to create ethnic or religious tensions. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Defence and Public Security Expenditure Heads Law & OrderLand & HousingSecurity & Defence Read →
13 November 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan complained that online outlets, fake social media accounts and individuals had circulated manipulated audio and false allegations linking him to a suicide death and possible arrest, damaging his reputation and parliamentary dignity. He named IBC Tamil TV and Kalaikathir, alleged breaches of the Parliament (Powers and Privileges) Act and related offences, and requested an investigation by the Committee on Ethics and Privileges. He stated that anyone with evidence should present it in court and said he was prepared to face such proceedings. Privilege Matters and Procedural Issues Justice & Human RightsParliamentary Procedure Read →
12 November 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan said development funds in the Vanni are difficult to implement when allocations are released late, especially during the rainy season, and urged the Government to address administrative barriers created by the Forest Department, Wildlife Department and similar agencies over land needed for housing, agriculture, hospitals and other projects. He questioned delays or obstruction to Indian-supported development at Palaly, Kankesanthurai and the Talaimannar–Rameswaram ferry, arguing that such assistance would support tourism and economic growth. He called for the immediate repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act, saying it deters investment including from the diaspora, and raised urgent concerns about Mannar General Hospital, including shortages of specialists, non-reporting of transferred anaesthetists, ambulance limitations and risks to pregnant mothers and emergency patients. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate InfrastructureForeign AffairsJustice & Human Rights Read →
10 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan welcomed the Private Member’s proposal by Hon. Rohana Bandara to establish an insurance scheme for farmers, highlighting the hardships faced by farmers in the North and East after war, displacement, poor harvest-time prices, debt, and natural disasters. He noted that existing insurance compensation is often delayed and called for a practical, timely scheme covering losses and risks such as elephant attacks, pesticide exposure, machinery accidents, and deaths. He argued that strengthening agriculture and fisheries as key livelihoods would support national progress and help affected farming families maintain dignity. Private Members' Motion P.47/2025: Insurance Scheme for Farming Community AgriculturePublic Finance Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister whether the fuel subsidy, which was reportedly provided only to some beneficiaries the previous month, has now been rectified and extended to all eligible persons. Standing Order 27(2) Questions - Leader of Opposition and Hon. Adaikkalanathan Public Finance Read →
7 October 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Fisheries on fuel distribution for fishermen, emphasizing that unavailable or unaffordable fuel is undermining livelihoods, particularly among recovering small-scale fishing communities in the Vanni. He cited related issues of debt, inadequate infrastructure, climate impacts, and uneven access to existing kerosene subsidies. He urged an immediate fair fuel distribution mechanism, cooperative-based subsidized fuel purchasing, debt relief and financial assistance, and modernization of coastal infrastructure in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Jaffna. Standing Order 27(2) Questions - Leader of Opposition and Hon. Adaikkalanathan InfrastructureEmploymentCost of Living Read →
24 September 2025 AI summary Paid tribute to Rev. Fr. Luke Regini of Amalanmary Church, Mantai, and then objected to the proposed Mannar wind power project, citing prolonged public protests and the President’s directive to proceed with implementation. He argued that development should not come at the cost of local people’s lives and warned that resistance to the project would continue. He also welcomed the Penal Code (Amendment) Bill, linking it to rising child abuse and calling for stronger measures to protect children amid social and technological vulnerabilities. Debate: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Women & ChildrenEnvironmentJustice & Human Rights Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan thanked India for funding the Mannar General Hospital and welcomed India’s positions on human rights and meaningful devolution through Provincial Councils. He urged the Government to review the Mannar wind power project in light of a prolonged local protest, and called for internationally monitored investigations into human rights violations, including mass graves at Chemmani, rejecting purely domestic processes. He also supported anti-corruption action but demanded that it extend beyond Colombo to local authorities, citing alleged irregularities in Mannar Municipality projects such as the Panangkattukottu stadium and Pallimunai ground, and called for investigations and punishment of those responsible. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionJustice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan said the imposition of wind power projects in Mannar against local opposition, mass graves in Mannar and Mullaitivu, repression of activists, and disappearances of journalists reflected continuing human rights concerns affecting Tamils. He called for international investigations into wartime violations and urged the Government to demonstrate goodwill by repealing the PTA, pursuing constitutional reforms, and releasing long-detained political prisoners. He said action on these issues was needed to address ethnic grievances and build trust among Sinhala, Tamil, and Muslim communities. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Justice & Human RightsEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionLaw & Order Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation on shortages of grazing land affecting livestock farmers in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Vavuniya and Kilinochchi. He said traditional grazing areas remain under military control or otherwise inaccessible, while delays in releasing State lands, water scarcity, inadequate veterinary services and limited pasture facilities have worsened conditions. He asked what steps would be taken to allocate grazing lands, manage pastures, improve veterinary and technical support, release unused State or military-controlled land, and develop pasture and water-source projects. Oral Questions (Second Round and Standing Order 27(2) Questions) Land & HousingAgriculture Read →
21 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan, raising a matter under Standing Order 27(2), asked the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation whether the Government plans to start a direct passenger ferry service between Mannar and Rameswaram. He sought details on impact assessments, timelines, required port and customs infrastructure, passenger safety, immigration and bilateral operational arrangements with India, and the expected benefits for Northern Province residents and Sri Lanka–India relations. Oral Questions under Standing Order 27(2) InfrastructureForeign Affairs Read →
5 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan, speaking during the debate on regulations under the Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties Act, urged the Government to ensure that any new levies do not further burden small producers who already lack fair market access. He highlighted unfair pricing by intermediaries, inadequate rural market infrastructure, the impact of monkey and elephant damage on farming, rising fuel costs for fishers, and the need to support war-affected farmers, fishers, women-headed households, and palmyrah-based small industries in the North and Vanni. He requested local market facilities, measures to secure fair prices, export support for palmyrah handicrafts, and solutions to the Mannar wind power dispute through ongoing discussions with Ministers and local representatives. Debate: Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties Regulations Cost of LivingEmploymentAgriculture Read →
5 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised the ongoing protest in Mannar over wind power generation. He requested that the relevant Ministers and key officials be summoned within the next day or two to discuss the matter and reach a decision. Point of Order: Mannar Wind Power Protest EnvironmentParliamentary Procedure Read →
5 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan rose on a point of order. No substantive issue, proposal, or question was stated in the provided excerpt. Point of Order: Mannar Wind Power Protest Parliamentary Procedure Read →
24 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan sought an update on establishing a Rajya Osusala outlet in Mannar Town, noting that land near the Mannar Kachcheri had earlier been allocated and approved by the SPC technical team for a prefabricated sales centre. He said the new SPC management later cited lack of funds and requested an existing building instead, despite a Health Minister’s instruction to proceed. He asked the Government to state the feasibility and next steps, including whether two Municipal Council buildings submitted for consideration could be used. Question by Private Notice: Rajya Osusala Outlet in Mannar Town (Q. Private Notice 2) InfrastructureHealthcare Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan supported the proposed amendment to the National Minimum Wage of Workers (Amendment) Bill to set plantation workers’ minimum wage at Rs. 1,700 per day or an equivalent monthly wage. He called for a government investigation into the July 1983 Welikada Prison massacre of Tamil political prisoners, linking it to Black July and noting that other major killings are being investigated. He also urged Ministers to visit Mannar, consult local representatives and residents, and halt ilmenite mineral sand mining and address wind power projects in Pesalai and surrounding areas, warning that continued activity without community consent could lead to conflict. Debate: National Minimum Wage of Workers and Budgetary Relief Allowance Bills (Second and Third Readings) Justice & Human RightsEmploymentEnvironment Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan sought clarification from the Deputy Minister specifically regarding the Thalaimannar–Rameswaram service, indicating that his question concerned that route rather than a broader issue. SO 27(2) Question: Ferry Service Thalaimannar-Rameswaram Foreign Affairs Read →