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Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Kalutara

Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip

Profession: Medical Practitioner

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Speeches 729 #3 of 225·#2 in party
Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 403 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Adjournment

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729 speeches
  • 8 January 2026 AI summary On behalf of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, the Annual Report and Annual Accounts for 2023 of the National Institute of Human Resource Development of the University of Colombo were presented. It was proposed that the report be referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education, Labour Force and Human Capital Development, and the House agreed. Papers Presented Parliamentary ProcedureEducation Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary Nalinda Jayatissa moved a motion, on behalf of the Leader of the House, to appoint a Parliamentary Select Committee to examine and report on the electoral system for conducting Provincial Council elections. The motion cited the incomplete delimitation process under the 2017 amendments, the absence of elected Provincial Council representatives, prior committee work, and ongoing disagreement over issues including mixed proportional representation, women’s and youth representation, campaign expenditure limits, pre-poll declarations, and voting rights for overseas Sri Lankans. The proposed committee is to have up to 12 members nominated by the Speaker, powers to call evidence and obtain expert assistance, and to report within three months of its first meeting; the motion was agreed to. Debate: Public Security Ordinance Resolution and Delimitation Motion Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa cited Articles 153(1) and 154(8) of the Constitution to argue that the Auditor-General must meet the defined qualification of being a practising qualified auditor. He stated that the President had submitted four nominees, including two serving officers of the National Audit Office, who met these constitutional requirements, and said the Constitutional Council should assess only whether nominees satisfy those qualifications rather than compare them with other potential candidates. He criticized the rejection of nominees, including acting appointees, on grounds such as educational background or prior service, and said the President would proceed according to law. Procedural: Points of Order on Auditor-General Appointment and Parliamentary Matters Public FinanceJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the President had submitted constitutionally compliant names for the post of Auditor-General and that the Constitutional Council must decide on their approval. He argued that continued opposition to qualified candidates amounts to obstructing the appointment process and impeding the country’s progress. He emphasized that the President, Constitutional Council, and Parliament all share responsibility for ensuring the post is filled. Procedural: Points of Order on Auditor-General Appointment and Parliamentary Matters Parliamentary ProcedurePublic Finance Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa acknowledged staffing shortages in the ambulance service, noting past salary stagnation, inadequate facilities, low recruitment, and staff leaving after training. He said salaries were increased last year in agreement with the Finance Ministry and accepted the need for a promotion scheme. He stated that although 332 ambulances are operating, some areas face insufficient staffing, and measures are being prepared alongside the introduction of new ambulances to address the issue. Oral Question: Batticaloa Suwa Seriya Ambulance Service Operations (Q. relating to Kanthasamy Prabu) HealthcarePublic Finance Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa acknowledged the Member’s proposal regarding ambulance deployment. He stated that, as the number of ambulances increases, it will be possible to assign them to the relevant area. Oral Question: Batticaloa Suwa Seriya Ambulance Service Operations (Q. relating to Kanthasamy Prabu) Healthcare Read →
  • 6 January 2026 AI summary The Minister responded to questions on the 1990 Suwa Seriya ambulance service, stating that eight ambulances are assigned to the relevant area, none are out of service due to staff shortages, and two are under minor repair at DIMO Batticaloa. He said no complaints have been received and that the fully digital service operates 24 hours across all Divisional Secretary Divisions. He also stated that the Government plans to expand the fleet to 500 ambulances with support from India and the Asian Development Bank, broaden EMT training to additional universities, and expand coverage from 272 to 400 police station areas by late 2027. Oral Question: Batticaloa Suwa Seriya Ambulance Service Operations (Q. relating to Kanthasamy Prabu) Healthcare Read →
  • 5 December 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that Lanka Hospitals is a state-related hospital and therefore not problematic in this context. He said previous ad hoc private medical camps had caused friction with government hospital doctors and Medical Officer of Health staff, and argued that following the issued guidance would help avoid such issues. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Healthcare Read →
  • 5 December 2025 AI summary The Minister clarified that the Health Ministry had not banned health camps, responding to claims by Hon. Chamara Sampath and Hon. Ranjith Madduma Bandara. He stated that private hospitals and institutions must obtain approval through the Medical Officer of Health and the Regional Director of Health Services to ensure coordination and avoid problems, particularly during disasters. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Healthcare Read →
  • 3 December 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa argued that current parliamentary time should not be used mainly for speeches and media displays, but for coordinated work at ground level with Divisional Secretariats, District Secretariats, and village-level institutions. He criticized some Opposition MPs for failing to engage in such work while seeking attention in Parliament, and referred to Hon. Dayasiri Jayasekara being rejected by villagers as an example of what he described as misleading politics. He called for an end to such politics and urged all parties to work sincerely together to rebuild the country. Debate and Supplementary Estimate: Relief for Cyclone Ditwah Affected Persons Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 3 December 2025 AI summary Minister Nalinda Jayatissa reported extensive disaster impacts across all districts from floods, cyclonic winds and landslides, including 479 deaths, 350 missing persons, major housing damage and nearly 189,000 people in shelters, while acknowledging security personnel killed during rescue operations. He rejected claims that an official cyclone warning had been issued and ignored on 12 November, detailing the Meteorology Department’s advisories to argue that the land-impacting system developed only from 25 November and intensified into Cyclone “Ditva” on 27 November. He stated that once the low-pressure system was identified, the Disaster Management Centre, Defence authorities, district officials and relief agencies were alerted, with landslide-risk and relocation instructions issued through the relevant institutions. Debate: Continued Committee Stage of Appropriation Bill 2026 (Ministry Expenditure Heads - Multiple Speakers) Public FinanceLaw & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
  • 26 November 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation, Nalinda Jayatissa requested one week’s time to provide an answer. The relevant question was ordered to stand down, and the House proceeded to a question under Standing Order 27(2) by Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan. Oral Questions: Second Round - Colombo-Mannar Train Service and Related Questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 26 November 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Overseas Employment and Tourism, the Chief Government Whip requested a two-week extension to answer the question. The question, relating to the stopping of express trains at Vantharumoolai Railway Station, was ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Second Round - Colombo-Mannar Train Service and Related Questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 November 2025 AI summary The Minister of Health and Mass Media tabled a written answer stating that Sri Lanka has 20 teaching hospitals, including national hospitals, with details and basic facilities provided in annexes. He said their main objective is clinical training for medical undergraduates and postgraduate trainees, alongside the provision of specialist medical services. The answer stated that professorial units should exist in every teaching hospital, that all currently have such units except Kuliyapitiya and Badulla, and that arrangements are underway to establish them after infrastructure upgrades. It also listed the medical faculties linked to each teaching hospital and noted ongoing discussions to provide necessary facilities to Kuliyapitiya Teaching Hospital. Oral Question: Teaching Hospitals (Q.5) EducationHealthcare Read →
  • 24 November 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that he could not provide a definitive answer immediately and did not wish to delay the matter by seeking another question date. He said he would refer the issue to the relevant line Ministry at the next Committee stage and request a fair response. Oral Question: Agricultural Lands in Pottuvil and Lakugala (Q.2) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the Member’s request would be referred to the relevant Ministry. He said he would subsequently coordinate with the Member to discuss the matter further. Oral Question: Agricultural Lands in Pottuvil and Lakugala (Q.2) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 November 2025 AI summary The Minister, replying on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, stated that land-release proposals could be submitted to Cabinet after consultations, but lands at Palliyadiwattai cannot currently be released due to ongoing legal proceedings. He added that relevant institutions may coordinate action based on public and institutional requests while taking the court process into account. Oral Question: Agricultural Lands in Pottuvil and Lakugala (Q.2) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 22 November 2025 AI summary The Minister thanked Members for their contributions and responded on the expenditure heads of the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, beginning with the Postal Department. He said the Department, with 650 post offices, 3,500 sub-post offices and about 20,000 employees, has been stabilised after years of inadequate facilities and should be developed as a major public service institution. He highlighted its role in distributing pensions, allowances and other public assistance, noting that from January to September 2025 it facilitated Rs. 18,866 million to 4.941 million beneficiaries, and stated that Rs. 600 million has been allocated this year for capital improvements, including new buildings in areas such as Galewela and Matale. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 22 November 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said the Government would reassess the need for a proposed large hospital building, where a foundation has already been laid, and consider how it should be used alongside any requirement for an Ayurveda hospital. He stated that the agreement for the Mannar CT scanner has been signed, the Provincial Council is preparing the BOQ, and work is expected to begin soon using the allocated Rs. 600 million. He also said funds would be allocated in the Budget under the base hospital development programme to upgrade Puttalam Hospital facilities. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) InfrastructureHealthcare Read →
  • 22 November 2025 AI summary Funds have been allocated for development work at Badulla Teaching Hospital, including completion of the ICU, Emergency Treatment Unit, and 10-storey Cardiology building, as well as provision of a 10-storey professorial unit and additional equipment. Regarding Lake House, the launch of the Tamil magazine “Vaaramangari” was confirmed, with recruitment to follow existing salary scales and no higher pay. It was also stated that specialists’ earlier trade union action to refrain from Technical Evaluation Committees has been called off. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) HealthcareEmployment Read →