Hon. Nishantha Perera, M.P.
Profession: Politician
Speeches 50 #95 of 225·#45 in party
Attendance 7/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 15 speeches
Last spoke 20 May 2026 in Papers
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30 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
50 speeches- 20 May 2026 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. T.A. Vijaya Kumara of No. 73, Neluwa, Pokunugama. Papers Presented: Annual Reports and Ministry Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera supported the Judicature (Amendment) Bill and the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill, arguing that drug trafficking has deeply affected Sri Lankan society and has been linked to politics and criminal networks. He said the National People’s Power Government had a mandate to address the drug menace alongside broader economic, political, and social reforms, and cited the “Break Free” national operation as part of a plan to eradicate drugs through legal, political, cultural, and social measures. He thanked the Minister of Justice for introducing the amendments and said the Government would act decisively, particularly against drugs entering the country by sea. Debate (continued): Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
- 20 January 2026 AI summary Nishantha Perera asked the Deputy Minister what steps the Ministry of Education is taking to address recurring problems and alleged injustices affecting similar schools across Sri Lanka. His supplementary question sought clarification on ministry action to remedy these issues. Oral Question: Non-Government Schools in Elpitiya Education Zone (Q.61/2026) EducationJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 20 January 2026 AI summary Nishantha Perera raised concerns about K.S.F. Vidyalaya, citing alleged corporal punishment, human rights violations, refusal to release scholarship-passing students or issue leaving certificates, lack of a qualified principal, employment of former students as teachers, and poor reporting to the education zone. He asked what action the Ministry will take to regulate the school and address injustices faced by students and parents. Oral Question: Non-Government Schools in Elpitiya Education Zone (Q.61/2026) EducationJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 20 January 2026 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education to provide details on non-government schools in the Elpitiya Education Zone, including their founding years, governing board members, and the authorities responsible for supervision. He further requested information on whether complaints had been received by central or provincial education authorities and what measures are in place to ensure educational quality and protect students’ rights. Oral Question: Non-Government Schools in Elpitiya Education Zone (Q.61/2026) Education Read →
- 18 December 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera informed Parliament that he accepted a petition from Mr. J.K. Imaduwa Vithana of Wanchawala, Meegoda, Uswatta, Galle. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 5 December 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera defended the Government’s second Budget, contrasting it with the economic crisis inherited from previous administrations and criticizing the Opposition for opposing a Rs. 200 wage increase. He said some Opposition MPs supported the measure despite their party leadership, and thanked them. He also described the Government and NPP response to recent sea surges and landslides across 22 districts, detailing volunteer relief and cleanup work in Akurana, Kandy, carried out with local officials, religious institutions, and community support. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Public FinanceLaw & Order Read →
- 14 November 2025 AI summary Two petitions were presented on behalf of Mrs. Jnanawathi Gurusinghe of Ethkaladura, Thanabaddegama, Paluwatta, and Mrs. Leelawathi of Gonagala Pura, Galthuduwa. The petitions were ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions Presentation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 23 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera supported the proposal by Hon. Dharmapriya Wijesinghe to eradicate organized crime and drugs, arguing that drug addiction and underworld activity had become a national crisis linked to post-1977 political and economic changes. He cited 2024 arrest figures, including youth drug addiction data, and claimed that organized crime had been protected and enabled through political patronage across successive parties, particularly referencing criminal networks in the South. He called on all communities and citizens to unite behind the Government’s effort to end the drug trade and organized crime. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Law & OrderCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 21 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera briefly rose to put a question before the House. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or additional context was stated in the speech. Oral Question 8 (1313/2025): Stand Down Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 10 October 2025 AI summary Raised a point of order under Standing Order 34(2), arguing that a question being considered was improperly turning into a debate. He requested adherence to the rule that questions should not be used as a pretext for debate. Oral Questions and Government Answers (Questions 342/2024, 7/561/2025, 9/984/2025, 10/1120/2025, 8/625/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 October 2025 AI summary Nishantha Perera informed Parliament that he accepted a petition from Mr. Walawwe Durage Samantha Wijewardhana of Ranabima, Gannoruwa, Peradeniya. Opening and Announcements Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 7 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera presented two petitions to Parliament on behalf of Mrs. I.D. Sumanawathi of Igala, Elpitiya, and Mr. M.K. Jayasena of Pelandagoda, Elpitiya. Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 25 September 2025 AI summary Nishantha Perera welcomed the QR code mechanism for providing subsidized fertilizer through the open market, noting significant per-ton relief for farmers. He asked the Government to clarify the criteria used to select beneficiaries for nursery assistance, arguing that previous allocations lacked clear standards and contributed to the current crisis. Oral Answers to Questions Agriculture Read →
- 25 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera questioned why tea nurseries funded in 2022–2023, including unregistered nurseries around Elpitiya, are no longer operating and in some cases are derelict. He argued that nursery development should follow Tea Research Institute varieties and standards, and asked what action would be taken regarding alleged politically motivated allocations that distorted varietal adoption and harmed the tea industry. Oral Answers to Questions AgricultureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 24 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera formally seconded the motion before the House. The question was then put and agreed to, after which the Hon. Deputy Speaker left the Chair and Hon. Thilanka U. Gamage presided. Debate: Penal Code (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 August 2025 AI summary Nishantha Perera asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation for details on Land Reform Commission lands in the Galle District allocated for industrial use. He requested a breakdown by Divisional Secretary’s Division of the recipients, relevant industries, which are currently operational or inactive, and whether action will be taken regarding lands allocated to non-operational industries. Procedural Item: Speaker Directions and Questions Stood Down Land & HousingAgriculture Read →
- 23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera raised concerns that allocated project lands are being obtained, allegedly through political connections, and then sub-leased without implementing the intended projects. He asked whether such sub-leasing is permitted and what action would be taken against it. Oral Question: Grant of LRC Lands for Factory Establishment (Q.10/2025 – 997/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformLand & Housing Read →
- 23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Nishantha Perera raised a supplementary question about state land leased for factories, citing the Betons Group factory in Elpitiya, which he said remains closed despite about Rs. 30 million being allocated in 2019–2020 for refurbishment following a Coordinating Committee decision. He alleged that such leases and reallocations are influenced by political patronage and asked what action would be taken regarding the closed factory and related land allocations. Oral Question: Grant of LRC Lands for Factory Establishment (Q.10/2025 – 997/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformLand & Housing Read →
- 23 July 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation whether Land Reform Commission lands have been granted to individuals to establish factories in the Galle District. He requested details on the number of factories established by Divisional Secretary’s Division and the methodology used for granting such lands, or reasons if no such grants were made. Oral Question: Grant of LRC Lands for Factory Establishment (Q.10/2025 – 997/2025) Land & Housing Read →