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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
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa said he sought to clarify alleged misunderstandings among a small group of nurses regarding the 2025 Budget salary revisions and to counter claims that public servants’ salaries had been reduced. He outlined increases in basic salary, overtime rates and daily allowances across nursing grades, stating that entry-grade nurses’ gross monthly pay would rise to at least Rs. 133,640 from April 2025, with larger increases at higher grades. He argued that these revisions represented significant improvements within current economic constraints and accused certain individuals or unions of spreading misinformation to mobilize protest action. Ministerial Statement: Minister of Health and Media on Nurses' Concerns Public FinanceHealthcareEmployment Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary The Minister stated that fuel queues had appeared in some locations due to panic-buying following misinformation about distribution problems, but said there was no fuel shortage. He reported that 19 million litres had been ordered, dealers were ordering above usual levels, and the CPC was continuing distribution. He said fuel orders would be accepted throughout the day, and possibly on Sunday if necessary, and urged the public and sectors such as tourism not to queue or over-purchase. Debate: Fuel Supply and Energy Crisis (Discussion under Standing Order 27(2)) Cost of Living Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary Minister Nalinda Jayatissa acknowledged that the issue raised had been heard and understood. No further proposal, decision, or policy position was stated. Debate: Fuel Supply and Energy Crisis (Discussion under Standing Order 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary During interruptions, the Minister of Health and Media, Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, did not make a substantive statement beyond addressing the Chair. No policy position, proposal, question, or demand was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Fuel Supply and Energy Crisis (Discussion under Standing Order 27(2)) Healthcare Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary The Minister stated that matters regarding the VMS and related points would be addressed by the Minister of Fisheries when present. He said the Government would soon present its position on the fuel issue raised by the Chief Opposition Whip, including concerns about groups allegedly disregarding court orders and causing public inconvenience, and noted that the situation from the previous night had largely eased and was being monitored. Oral Question: Fishery Harbours Development and Multi-Day Vessel Operations (Q.2/2025) Law & Order Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that fuel support for fishers was shifted from the original mechanism to a reimbursement system after access problems arose, and that although funds have been sent, some delays have been reported and will be referred to the Minister. He also said the Government is aware of congestion at Beruwala harbour, including laid-up boats exceeding capacity, and is giving special attention to developing it as a leading, well-equipped fishery harbour. Oral Question: Fishery Harbours Development and Multi-Day Vessel Operations (Q.2/2025) InfrastructureAgriculture Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, the Minister reported that Sri Lanka has 24 fishery harbours and outlined proposed development and maintenance allocations for fuel systems, harbour infrastructure, equipment, lighting, pumps, beacons and vehicles. He provided vessel figures, stating that 5,488 multi-day vessels and 929 one-day vessels are currently engaged or registered, with 182 multi-day and 24 one-day vessels not engaged in fishing. He detailed ongoing support measures including fuel reimbursement allowances for diesel and kerosene users, Chinese grant programmes for kerosene and fishing nets, artificial reef projects, FAO-supported efficiency pilots, online licensing and vessel monitoring systems, fisher health and first-aid certification, export facilitation, and a forthcoming enhanced pension scheme. Oral Question: Fishery Harbours Development and Multi-Day Vessel Operations (Q.2/2025) Cost of LivingAgricultureEmployment Read →
  • 1 March 2025 AI summary The Minister presented, on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation, the Survey Department’s Annual Report for 2023. He proposed that it be referred to the relevant Sectoral Oversight Committee, and the House agreed. Papers Tabled: Annual Report of the Survey Department 2023 Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 28 February 2025 AI summary The Minister said investigations into the Easter attacks and recent organised-crime killings require tracing links between multiple incidents, and that police, intelligence and the CID are pursuing such connections for national security. He also responded to debate on Presidential overseas travel expenditure, comparing reported costs under previous Presidents with Rs. 1.8 million spent from the Presidential Secretariat for President Anura Dissanayake’s first five months. He detailed Secretariat costs for visits to India, China and Dubai, noting that some air tickets were provided by host countries and that separate ministry expenses could be provided later. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate Continued (Afternoon) Parliamentary ProcedureSecurity & DefencePublic Finance Read →
  • 28 February 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Environment, Nalinda Jayatissa requested two weeks to provide an answer to a question concerning the proposed “Port City” project in the Galle Port area and its potential environmental and community impacts. The question was ordered to stand down. Oral Questions 4 & 5 - Port City Project & National Youth Corps Centre (Q.432/2025) EnvironmentParliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 28 February 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Industries and Enterprise Development, Nalinda Jayatissa tabled the Department of Textile Industries’ Annual Performance Report for 2023. He moved that the report be referred to the relevant Consultative Committee, and the motion was agreed to. Papers - Annual Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 27 February 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Power, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa requested one week to provide an answer to a parliamentary question, noting that the Minister had spoken with the Member concerned and intended to respond when present. The question was accordingly ordered to stand down. Oral Questions: Power Generation (Q.153/2024), Human-Elephant Conflict (Q.188/2024), Majma Nagar Cemetery (Q.291/2024), Public Service Commission Uva Province (Q.389/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 27 February 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa presented the 2023 Annual Reports of the 1990 Suwaseriya Foundation and the State Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Corporation of Sri Lanka. He moved that the reports be referred to the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Health and Mass Media, and the House agreed. Papers: Ministerial Notifications and Reports (Excise Ordinance, Foundation and Corporate Reports, Public Finance Committee Report) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 25 February 2025 AI summary The Minister stated that the Prime Minister would provide a response within the week. Question by Private Notice: School Teachers Recruitment and Dhamma School Teacher Allowances (SO 27(2)) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 February 2025 AI summary The Minister defended the Government’s inaugural Budget as grounded in the National People’s Power manifesto and intended to recover from the economic collapse, debt default, low revenue, depleted reserves, corruption and institutional failures inherited from previous administrations. He rejected Opposition claims that the Budget follows “Ranil’s” or neoliberal policies, arguing that critics fear its implementation and lack a substantive alternative. He highlighted the Budget’s commitment to “democratizing the economy” by ensuring fair competition, equal opportunity and preventing excessive concentration of market power, contrasting this with past conflicts of interest and misuse of ministerial authority for private business gain. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill, 2025 - Sixth Allotted Day Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 24 February 2025 AI summary The Chief Government Whip stated that the President and relevant ministers had already briefed Parliament and committees on the incident, which the Government says does not pose a threat to national security. He said investigations into organized criminal gang clashes are ongoing, including arrests and questioning of Police and security personnel, with possible questioning of judiciary members, and that details would not be disclosed if they could prejudice inquiries. He added that further information could be provided during the Defence Ministry and Public Security committee discussions on the 28th, within investigative limits. Procedural: Committee on High Posts and Security Concerns Security & DefenceLaw & OrderParliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 February 2025 AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Defence, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa requested two weeks to provide the answer to the question. The question was accordingly ordered to stand down. Oral Question: Question No. 1 - 445/2025 (Defence) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 24 February 2025 AI summary The Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip informed Parliament that the State Minister of Defence was attending the Defence Council and therefore unavailable to respond. He offered either to read the answer on the Minister’s behalf or to reschedule the question so that supplementary questions could be asked when the State Minister was present. Oral Question: Question No. 1 - 445/2025 (Defence) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 22 February 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that if Deputy Minister Nalin Hewage’s remarks had caused any injustice to Hon. Rohini Kaviratne, they should be expunged from the Hansard, indicating no objection to doing so. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Second Reading Debate (Fifth Allotted Day) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 21 February 2025 AI summary Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa urged Members to adhere to parliamentary procedure in response to a serious incident already addressed by the Minister. He stated that the matter should not be turned into a debate at that point and that any Point of Order must cite the relevant Standing Order. Ministerial Statement and Points of Order: Shooting Incidents in Colombo Magistrate's Court and Middeniya Parliamentary Procedure Read →