Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan, M.P.

Democratic Tamil National Alliance (DTNA)· Vanni

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Speeches 69 #72 of 225·#1 in party

Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

69 speeches

19 February 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister whether the matter under discussion could be stopped immediately, seeking prompt action from the Government. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Statements Parliamentary Procedure Read →
19 February 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a point of order concerning Mannar, stating that the District Coordinating Committee had decided against mineral sand mining there due to concerns over sea and land levels. He noted that local Members of Parliament were present at that meeting and urged that the decision not to permit mining be respected. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Statements Land & HousingParliamentary ProcedureEnvironment Read →
19 February 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised concerns about tensions in Mannar over an attempted mineral sand mining operation opposed by local residents. He said Police involvement appeared to be supporting the activity and urged the Government to intervene immediately, halt the situation, and resolve the matter through discussion and consensus. Speaker's Announcements: Opposition Representation in Parliamentary Committees EnvironmentLaw & Order Read →
6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan urged government support for the palmyrah-based cottage industry in the North and Vanni, including export facilitation for food and craft products and reconsideration of restrictions affecting the use of mature palmyrah trees. He called for stronger action to control monkeys and elephants that damage farmers’ livelihoods, questioned the practicality of a proposed monkey census, and suggested export or other population-control measures. He also proposed importing foreign fruit seeds for domestic cultivation and export, demanded enforcement of controlled prices across all retailers rather than only SATHOSA, and said allegations circulating about him on Facebook should be reported to the Police or authorities for legal action. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) EnvironmentPublic FinanceAgriculture Read →
6 February 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan welcomed the Government’s announcement of a guaranteed price for paddy and its plan to procure from farmers, noting that this responds to a long-standing demand. He urged the Government to also consider compensation for losses faced by producers of black gram, vegetables, and other minor grains, arguing that support for these farmers would strengthen agricultural production. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) Agriculture Read →
23 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan welcomed the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme in principle but urged that it be sustained beyond electoral considerations and applied consistently to corruption, official misconduct, and abuses by State institutions. He called for the return of lands in the North and East occupied by the armed forces or taken by departments such as Wildlife, Forest Conservation and Archaeology, and requested guaranteed prices and support for farmers and fishers affected by disasters and low market prices. He also raised concerns over killings and gun violence in Mannar, alleged police and military laxity, the need to repair the Sivapur Bridge in Manthai East, and the lack of prompt police action on harmful social media allegations, citing a Vavuniya school case. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Related Economic Measures Land & HousingCorruption & Governance ReformLaw & Order Read →
7 January 2025 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan argued that repealing the Prevention of Terrorism Act is necessary to build confidence among diaspora investors and support economic recovery. He requested Budget allocations for a proposed Vavuniya University campus in Mannar, urged the release of civilian lands held by the military, Forest Department and Department of Archaeology in the North and East, and called for action on Indian trawler incursions affecting fisheries. He also asked the Government to correct exclusions from relief schemes for families with one public servant spouse, and urged the Foreign Ministry to facilitate the return of Sri Lankan refugees from Indian camps, including through the proposed Kankesanthurai-Tuticorin ferry. Adjournment Debate: 2024 Mid-Year Fiscal Position Report Public FinanceLand & HousingAgriculture Read →
4 December 2024 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan said the Vanni District, particularly Mannar and Mullaitivu, suffered serious flood damage due to inadequate drainage, raised roads obstructing water flow, and poorly planned projects such as the Mannar wind power development. He urged the Government to prioritize drainage infrastructure, rehabilitate breached and vulnerable small tanks, and address immediate risks to villages. He requested relief for affected paddy, pulse and vegetable farmers through loan grace periods or waivers, and compensation for fisherfolk who were unable to go to sea, while acknowledging recent ministerial attention and funding for the affected districts. Adjournment Motion: Compensation for Damaged Crops and Victims of Adverse Weather (Cyclone Fengal) EnvironmentAgricultureInfrastructure Read →
3 December 2024 AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan thanked voters in Vanni District, party supporters, and political colleagues for electing him to the Tenth Parliament, while also recalling the late Most Rev. Rayappu Joseph as an influence. He stated that three points in the President’s policy statement had drawn his attention, beginning with the President’s recognition of issues facing the farming community. Debate: President's Policy Statement (Continuation with Maiden Speeches and Responses) Agriculture Read →