Hon. Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara, M.P.
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Speeches 39 #118 of 225·#62 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 11 speeches
Last spoke 21 May 2026 in Petitions
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39 speeches- 21 May 2026 AI summary A petition from M.R.K.B. Gopallawa of Mawatagama was presented to Parliament for consideration. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 March 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara noted that Sri Lanka has around 8.8 million registered vehicles, including over 5.2 million motorcycles, and highlighted lost revenue from lapsed annual revenue licences. He asked whether the Government would allow owners, particularly of motorcycles and land vehicles, to renew licences without accumulated fines as an incentive, citing missed renewals during COVID-19 and deterrence caused by heavy penalties. Oral Question: Department of Motor Traffic: Registration of Vehicles (Q.1822/2026) Law & OrderPublic Finance Read →
- 19 March 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara raised a supplementary question on difficulties faced by vehicle owners in obtaining or updating fuel QR codes, citing problems caused by prior owners not cancelling registrations and changed mobile numbers. He also referred to an allegation that a filling station in Thimbirigasyaya demanded an extra Rs. 3,000 to issue fuel without a QR code, and asked how the Ministry would resolve pending QR code issues. Oral Question: Department of Motor Traffic: Registration of Vehicles (Q.1822/2026) Law & OrderCost of Living Read →
- 19 March 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara asked the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development for historical and current data on vehicle registration in Sri Lanka, including the establishment year of the Department of Motor Traffic, the prior registering authority, the year of the first motor vehicle registration, and annual registrations up to the Department’s creation. He also requested the number of registered motor vehicles as at 31 December 2025 and asked whether the Government earns revenue from vehicle emission certificates, including the amount received in 2025. Oral Question: Department of Motor Traffic: Registration of Vehicles (Q.1822/2026) Infrastructure Read →
- 5 March 2026 AI summary G.D. Sooriyabandara formally raised a question in Parliament. No further details, context, or argument were provided in the recorded speech. Oral Question: Transport/Urban Development (Q.7/1786/2025) - Stand Down Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 March 2026 AI summary A petition from Mrs. K.P. Padma Chandralatha of Hulbulowa, Indigollawatta, Alawwa was presented and accepted. It was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions before proceedings moved to Oral Answers to Questions. Petitions: Citizens' Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Asked the Deputy Minister to provide an update on the progress of the Navy’s independent maritime security operations project. The question specifically concerned the initiative to provide services to foreign private maritime security companies (PMSCs). Oral Question: Maritime Security Operations (Q.10/2025) Security & Defence Read →
- 17 February 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara thanked the Deputy Minister for the replies and raised a supplementary question on private maritime security in the context of threats to global maritime trade. He asked what measures Sri Lanka has taken to regulate and promote services offered to commercial vessels by foreign private maritime security companies. Oral Question: Maritime Security Operations (Q.10/2025) Foreign AffairsLaw & Order Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara introduced the Telecommunications Infrastructure Sharing Regulations, 2024, under Section 17(1)(d) of the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act, as amended. He stated that the regulations aim to facilitate and encourage the sharing of passive and active telecommunications infrastructure, including ducts, poles, antenna structures, base stations, spectrum, and core network capacity, among operators. He also urged the Chair to ensure Members confine their remarks to the subject, citing Standing Order 91(e). Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act (continued) InfrastructureParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary The Member stated that seasonal demand for kernels in Kuliyapitiya exceeds 300,000 kilograms and that off-season price increases create difficulties for local producers. He asked whether the Ministry could introduce a mechanism allowing small producers or cooperatives to import limited quantities, preferably quality kernels from Tanzania, to maintain operations. Oral Question: Cashew Corporation - Establishment, Objectives and Operations Agriculture Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara raised concerns that low-priced imported cashew kernels, allegedly entering the country in violation of regulations, are undercutting local traders and growers. He asked the Minister whether steps have been taken to prevent such illicit imports. Oral Question: Cashew Corporation - Establishment, Objectives and Operations AgricultureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara asked the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure to provide details on the establishment, objectives and cultivated land extent of the Cashew Corporation. He requested annual data from 2020 onwards on cashew production, national requirement, exports, foreign exchange earnings, imports and related expenditure. He also sought the names of private cashew importers and the measures taken by the Ministry to protect local cashew producers and businesses. Oral Question: Cashew Corporation - Establishment, Objectives and Operations Agriculture Read →
- 5 December 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara tabled four petitions from individuals residing in Kurunegala, Horembawe, Mahadandeniya, and Nochchiyagama for parliamentary consideration. Petitions - Citizens' Petitions Tabled Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara raised concerns about “Niyathana Sadhana” instruments issued by the LRC for State lands, noting that Divisional Secretariats often lack records and that duplicate instruments have reportedly been issued for the same land. He asked whether a procedure will be established to cancel improperly issued instruments and grant rights to the eligible occupants. Oral Question 1289/2025: Lands belonging to Land Reform Commission - Transfer Land & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara noted that LRC land extents have been identified but not yet comprehensively audited. He asked what action would be taken regarding unauthorized occupants, including those settled through political patronage or who have become de facto permanent residents, in the course of current or future regularization and audit processes. Oral Question 1289/2025: Lands belonging to Land Reform Commission - Transfer Land & Housing Read →
- 24 October 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara supported the condolence motions for seven former Members of Parliament and conveyed the Government’s condolences to their families. He specifically paid tribute to former Kurunegala District MP R.M.R. Chula Bandara, noting his education, legal and teaching careers, parliamentary service with the United National Party, later role as Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to Poland, and family background in public service. He stated that Chula Bandara had served both his district and Sri Lankans abroad with dedication, and recorded condolences to his wife, children and relatives following his death on 22 December 2024. Votes of Condolence: Seven Former Members of Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 24 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara questioned the adequacy of Geological Survey and Mines Bureau supervision of mining activities, particularly on private land where local administrative recommendations are not required after environmental approval. He requested consideration of involving Grama Niladharis and a small local community group in supervision to reduce risks, noting that State land approvals already involve Divisional Secretary and Grama Niladhari input. Oral Question: Mines and Minerals Regulation (Q.2/2025) Land & HousingEnvironment Read →
- 24 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara questioned the implementation of mining guidelines issued under Gazette Extraordinary No. 2196/28, stating that approvals on private land are being misused in ways that damage ecosystems. Citing a halted rock-cutting project in Rathnaheeruwa, Kuliyapitiya East, he asked whether the Government will update or amend the guidelines to ensure proper procedures and environmental safeguards. Oral Question: Mines and Minerals Regulation (Q.2/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformEnvironment Read →
- 23 October 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara concluded by referring to the Government’s policy declaration under the theme “A Prosperous Country – A Beautiful Life.” He said its aim was broader than financial prosperity, emphasizing national development through improved attitudes, knowledge, and physical and mental well-being for future generations. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Public Finance Read →
- 23 October 2025 AI summary Major General (Rtd.) G.D. Sooriyabandara supported the adjournment motion on strengthening the legal framework against drugs and organized crime, while condemning a recent murder and rejecting claims that such assassinations are unprecedented. He said the Government’s “Ratama Ekata” programme, implemented at district and divisional levels, aims to eradicate drugs and organized crime, which he described as threats to youth, public health, national security, and global peace. He called for collective action, stronger screening of political candidates, tighter airport and maritime security, and enhanced attention to fishing harbours, coastal villages, anchorage points, and the northern, eastern, and western coastal zones to prevent drug smuggling. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Law & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →