Hon. R. M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara, M.P.
Profession: Planter; Businessman
Speeches 102 #45 of 225·#16 in party
Attendance 7/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 40 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Debate
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Speech history
102 speeches- 10 June 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara intervened procedurally to request that the relevant member be allowed to answer the question that had been asked. Debate: Central Bank Rules on Export Proceeds Repatriation and Essential Public Services Resolution Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara spoke in support of condolence motions for several former Members of Parliament, recalling their public service and contributions to their regions and parties. He highlighted Chandradhasa Galappaththi’s long political career and development work in Ampara and Digamadulla, Tissa Vitarana’s leadership in the Left movement and ministerial service, and Nandana Gunathilaka’s transition from the JVP to later political roles. He also paid tribute to S.C. Muthukumarana, Janaka Mahendra Adhikari, and T. Kanagasabai for their service in provincial councils, Parliament, rehabilitation and prison reforms, Anuradhapura politics, and education, and extended condolences to their families. Statements of Condolence: Six Former Members of Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara requested that a Party Leaders’ meeting be convened. Procedural: Parliamentary Business Committee and Party Leaders' Meeting Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 May 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara raised a point of order, indicating that the matter concerned a serious national economic issue. The excerpt provided does not include further details on the specific issue, proposal, or request raised. Procedural: Parliamentary Business Committee and Party Leaders' Meeting Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara criticized the Government’s presentation of the Central Bank’s Annual Economic Review, arguing that claimed economic improvements are not felt by the public amid rupee depreciation, higher taxes, and rising prices of essentials. He compared the situation to the Gotabaya Rajapaksa period, questioned the Government’s record on production, reserves, and completed development projects, and said farmers are facing higher fertilizer costs, shortages, and inadequate crop prices. He further alleged politicization of public administration, underutilization of capital allocations, rising poverty, and policy uncertainty, while warning that agricultural output may decline. Adjournment Debate: Central Bank Annual Economic Review 2025 Cost of LivingPublic FinanceAgriculture Read →
- 7 May 2026 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. Naleen Samantha Weerasinghe of Salmal Uyana, Mathammana, Minuwangoda. No further details on the subject matter of the petition were stated. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 10 April 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara alleged major fraud in a coal procurement process, citing the Auditor General’s report and claiming losses of about Rs. 30 billion due to poor-quality coal, irregular tender conditions, registration issues, and altered bid quantities. He questioned why the LCC Chairman resigned, why the Minister travelled to Russia, and why coal samples were tested in Indonesia, and argued that the government was protecting the Minister despite pending legal issues. He contrasted these allegations with the government’s anti-corruption mandate, called for investigations into past scandals including the bond issue, and accused the government of delaying elections and shielding allies. Debate: No-Confidence Motion Against Minister of Energy (Hon. Kumara Jayakody) Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 20 March 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara said the absence of Middle Eastern ambassadors at an Iftar ceremony held at the President’s Office reflected their reaction to the Government’s foreign policy. Referring to past approaches under J.R. Jayewardene and Sirimavo Bandaranaike, he urged the President to take the lead in resolving the resulting diplomatic crisis and correcting foreign policy. Adjournment Debate (Continuation): Effects of Current Global Situation on Our Economy Foreign Affairs Read →
- 20 March 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara argued that Sri Lanka’s current energy and gas shortages were caused not only by the war but also by earlier government mismanagement, citing gas price increases, queues, coal procurement allegations, and the need to burn large volumes of diesel for power generation. He questioned why the Power Minister remains in office despite corruption allegations and criticized assigning him responsibility for the oil crisis. He also objected to Parliament being adjourned during the crisis, saying it limited scrutiny, and asked what measures the Government would take on rising fertilizer prices affecting farmers and on fuel supply after earlier assurances that there was no crisis. Adjournment Debate (Continuation): Effects of Current Global Situation on Our Economy AgricultureCost of LivingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 3 March 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara moved an Adjournment Motion seeking relief for Civil Defence personnel who served during the war protecting border villages and whose employment was regularized under the Yahapalana Government. He said many are now deployed far from their home districts, receive very low salaries, and are not paid food or lodging allowances despite incurring such expenses. He proposed that qualified personnel be absorbed into the Police, or at minimum be granted allowances equivalent to police officers when serving away from their station. Adjournment Motion: Civil Defence Personnel Secondment Security & DefenceEmployment Read →
- 18 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara objected to the Deputy Chairperson granting leave to another member. He stated that such leave could not be allowed under the circumstances. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara opposed extending the Emergency Regulations, arguing that normal laws are sufficient for cyclone relief and that the Gazette provisions appear aimed at restricting publications, communications, protests, and dissent. He cited arrests of monks in Trincomalee, protests by professional and sectoral groups, and alleged media suppression as examples of misuse, and requested investigations into the treatment of the remanded monks. He also demanded detailed reporting and faster action on Cyclone “Ditwah” deaths, missing persons, compensation, housing, rent support, agricultural losses, and alleged politicization of relief distribution. He further rejected Government claims that the Opposition obstructed Grade 6 education reforms, saying the Government itself had acknowledged implementation problems and deferred the reforms. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) Law & OrderCost of LivingJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 5 February 2026 AI summary Raised a point of order arguing that a privilege issue involving a Member’s security should be referred to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges rather than merely communicated to the IGP. He noted that two conflicting reports had been issued regarding the Member and said the matter was serious enough for the Committee to summon the IGP. Committee Reports: Sectoral Oversight Committees Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara challenged the Government’s position that the process for making decisions on posts was proper. He questioned whether the Cabinet has unrestricted authority to make decisions on appointments or positions at any time. Points of Order regarding Parliamentary Secretariat Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara briefly requested the Speaker to grant him an opportunity to speak. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the quoted intervention. Points of Order regarding Parliamentary Secretariat Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara stated that, although there are still issues, the situation is comparatively better. No specific policy, proposal, or question was raised. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara requested that an independent committee be appointed to conduct the inquiry. No further details on the inquiry’s subject or proposed committee structure were provided in the excerpt. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara expressed concern regarding the independent functioning of an unspecified party or office within Parliament. The remark indicates a procedural concern about autonomy and impartiality in parliamentary operations. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara questioned why an independent panel had not been appointed to address the situation, describing it as a serious problem affecting the functioning of Parliament. He stated that such a poor situation had not been seen before. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 February 2026 AI summary R.M. Ranjith Madduma Bandara questioned why an independent person had not been appointed for the matter under discussion. The intervention sought clarification on the appointment process and implied concern about impartiality. Debate: Regulations under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act Parliamentary Procedure Read →