Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha, M.P.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)· Kurunegala

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Speeches 139 #30 of 225·#12 in party

Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

139 speeches

25 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha asked about the status of efforts to explore and develop gas and oil deposits in the Mannar Basin, citing past drilling by Cairn Lanka, subsequent data acquisition, and later attempts by an Indian company to proceed. He requested clarification on whether the Government has begun a work plan, procurement process, technology-based approach, or joint venture with foreign technical support to access these resources. Oral Question: Gulf of Mannar - Exploration of Gas and Oil (Q.199/2024) InfrastructureForeign Affairs Read →
25 July 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Energy to provide details on licences granted for exploration of gas and fuel deposits around the Gulf of Mannar. He requested the names of licensed companies, the conditions attached to those licences, and the current status of exploration activities, or reasons if the information could not be provided. Oral Question: Gulf of Mannar - Exploration of Gas and Oil (Q.199/2024) Infrastructure Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha urged the Government to retain the Simplified VAT mechanism for exporters, arguing that its removal would harm cash flow in apparel, coconut, rubber, tea and other export sectors already facing post-COVID and supply pressures. He requested tax relief and incentives for pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Bingiriya Export Processing Zone, citing progress toward domestic production and exports. He also criticized the Government’s lack of local development and questioned its local council alliances, specifically calling for action on complaints and reports relating to the Kurunegala Municipal Council Deputy Mayor. He further asked the Minister of Power and Energy about delays in the Siyambalanduwa 100 MW solar project and the next Kerawalapitiya power project stage, saying stalled decision-making was holding back national progress. Debate: Stamp Duty (Special Provisions) Act Order and Imports and Exports (Control) Act Regulations Corruption & Governance ReformAgriculturePublic Finance Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha yielded his second supplementary question to Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna. Oral Question: Ministry of Health and Affiliated Institutes - Financial and Non-Financial Assistance Received (Q.192/2024) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha raised concern over WHO findings of bacterial contamination and saline water in immunoglobulin supplies, noting that the matter is before court and has damaged confidence in Sri Lanka’s healthcare system. He urged the Minister and Government to restore public trust in medicines and act swiftly to address medicine shortages. He also highlighted the Synergy Pharmaceuticals investment at the Bingiriya Export Processing Zone, calling for Treasury facilitation and tax benefits to expedite the USD 100 million project. Oral Question: Ministry of Health and Affiliated Institutes - Financial and Non-Financial Assistance Received (Q.192/2024) Public FinanceHealthcare Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha asked the Minister of Health and Mass Media to provide year-by-year details of financial and non-financial assistance received by the Ministry of Health and its affiliated institutes from 2015 to the present. He also asked whether the Minister was aware of National Audit Office findings that such assistance had not been properly accounted for, and what corrective action would be taken if so. Oral Question: Ministry of Health and Affiliated Institutes - Financial and Non-Financial Assistance Received (Q.192/2024) Public Finance Read →
6 June 2025 AI summary The member yielded his opportunity to ask the second supplementary question to Hon. Rauff Hakeem. Oral Question: State-Owned Sugar Companies (Q.191/2024) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
6 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha raised concerns over unsold sugar stocks at state sugar institutions, stating that about 2,000 metric tons of the reported 23,000 metric tons had expired and that remaining stocks had been stored for over a year. He argued that changes to distribution systems, falling sugar and molasses sales, and inadequate regulation of sugar and molasses imports had contributed to losses and market congestion. He asked what immediate action the Government would take to dispose of existing stocks, address the crisis at the Pelwatte and Sevanagala sugar factories, and ensure funds are available to pay and support farmers. Oral Question: State-Owned Sugar Companies (Q.191/2024) Public FinanceAgriculture Read →
5 June 2025 AI summary He addressed the National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill by focusing on broader transport policy, particularly SriLankan Airlines’ losses and debt, citing a Rs. 3.4 billion first-quarter loss and around USD 1 billion in debt. He argued that the airline’s current financial burden stemmed from policy decisions after the end of the Emirates partnership in 2008, and questioned the Government’s plan for restructuring, partnership, privatization, route rationalization, and debt management. He also called for clearer development policies, support for business and finance, and cautioned against decisions that would reduce higher education opportunities such as at KDU’s medical faculty. Debate: National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading InfrastructurePublic FinanceEmployment Read →
23 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha criticized the Government’s reported decision to restrict Kotelawala Defence University medical faculty admissions to foreign students and cadets, excluding Sri Lankan civilian students. He argued that KDU provides a domestic pathway for students who narrowly miss State medical admission, retains foreign exchange that would otherwise be spent on overseas medical education, and helps address doctor shortages in regional hospitals. He questioned whether the Minister of Education and Government members support the decision, asked how public investment in KDU is being justified, and urged the Government to reverse the policy. Debate: Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Public FinanceEducationHealthcare Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha urged the Government to extend Budget relief beyond Aswesuma beneficiaries by reducing VAT on essential goods as promised, and criticised its handling of the rice market, including delayed imports, retention of import duties during shortages, and price controls that he said benefited large millers. He called for stronger state market intervention through institutions such as Sathosa, Lak Sathosa and the STC, and asked the Government to present concrete three- and six-month progress reports on its economic programme. He also rejected allegations made against Hon. Sajith Premadasa regarding cement privatization, questioned the presentation and funding of investment zones such as Bingiriya, and predicted strong Samagi Jana Balawegaya performance in upcoming local government bodies. Committee of Supply: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 116 and Related Heads (Trade, Commerce, Food Security) Public FinanceParliamentary ProcedureCost of Living Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha stated that a Rs. 5,000 provision would only cover basic food items such as 2 kilograms of rice, sugar, dhal, potatoes, and dried fish. His remark questioned the adequacy of that amount for household needs in the relevant policy or relief context. Committee of Supply: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 116 and Related Heads (Trade, Commerce, Food Security) Cost of Living Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha questioned the allocation for a Rs. 2,500 subsidy, stating that Rs. 1.5 billion would cover about 600,000 packs rather than the expected 800,000. He highlighted a possible shortfall in the subsidy provision and implied the need for clarification on the funding calculation. Committee of Supply: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 116 and Related Heads (Trade, Commerce, Food Security) Public Finance Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha questioned the Government’s proposed Rs. 1 billion allocation for essential food relief packs during the Sinhala and Hindu New Year season. He asked for clarification on the intended beneficiaries, including whether the relief would go to Aswesuma recipients, workers, office staff, or the wider public. Committee of Supply: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 116 and Related Heads (Trade, Commerce, Food Security) Cost of LivingPublic Finance Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha raised concern that scrap iron exports are harming small industries working with lac, copper, and brass, affecting an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 people. He requested the Minister to look into the matter. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) InfrastructureEmployment Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha asked the Presiding Member for a brief opportunity to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the excerpt. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha only addressed the Presiding Member and did not present any substantive argument, proposal, question, or policy position in the provided excerpt. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
18 March 2025 AI summary Nalin Bandara Jayamaha urged the Government to prioritize adequate infrastructure funding for the existing Bingiriya Export Processing Zone rather than describing it as a new zone or spreading limited funds across multiple projects. He said the Rs. 900 million allocation is insufficient for Bingiriya’s required electricity, water, effluent and land development needs, despite existing investor interest, and also noted the potential to develop Hambantota EPZ. He raised difficulties faced by coconut-based industries due to high raw material and energy costs, taxes and import implementation barriers, and called for continued banking relief for industrialists affected by COVID-era debt restructuring and parate action. Appropriation Bill 2025, Twenty-third Allotted Day - Committee Stage: Heads 149, 303, 194 and 219 (Industry and Entrepreneurship Development; Youth Affairs and Sports) InfrastructureEmploymentPublic Finance Read →
14 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha asked the Minister whether action would be taken regarding the Simplified Value Added Tax (SVAT) scheme. He stated that exporters are facing serious difficulties because of SVAT and inquired whether the Minister had paid attention to the issue. Appropriation Bill 2025: Committee Stage - Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure (Heads 135, 293, 337) Public Finance Read →
14 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha urged a substantial expansion of coconut seedling production, stronger support for the Coconut Research Institute, fertilizer access for home gardens and smallholders, and long-term planning to improve yields, including in a proposed second coconut triangle in the North. He requested fair treatment of traditional temporary users of lands around the Kantale Sugar Factory when reallocations are made. He also called for any inquiry into the Batalanda events to be broadened to examine the wider violence of 1988–89 in an even-handed manner. He emphasized the continuing importance of export crops and asked the Ministry to help uplift plantation communities, particularly by moving them beyond line-room housing. Appropriation Bill 2025: Committee Stage - Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure (Heads 135, 293, 337) Land & HousingAgriculture Read →