Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P.

Independent Group 17 - Jaffna· Jaffna

Profession: Medical Doctor

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Speeches 574 #6 of 225·#1 in party

Attendance 5/8 days present (of recorded)

Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 403 speeches

Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Adjournment

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574 speeches

12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question is recorded in the excerpt provided. Oral Question: Economic Centres Details (Q.5/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Asked why officials subject to a preliminary inquiry are not being removed from their posts to prevent bias. He urged that such a measure be recommended to ensure neutrality in the inquiry process. Ministerial Statements and Privilege Question Justice & Human Rights Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna sought clarification from the Prime Minister regarding alleged financial irregularities involving hospitals in the Northern Province, including Tellippalai Base Hospital and the Trail Cancer Hospital established in 2017. He alleged that diaspora funds had been collected and used without proper agreements or transparency, citing missing monies, the absence of an MoU with Colours of Courage Trust, and specific sums including Rs. 17 million and £31,324. He also referred to earlier allegations of fraud at Chavakachcheri Hospital and related legal action against him. Ministerial Statements and Privilege Question Corruption & Governance ReformHealthcare Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources concerning alleged corruption and weak enforcement in the fisheries sector. He sought district-wise details of cases filed against illegal beach seine and purse seine fishing, information on meetings with fisher organizations and actions taken, and records of transfers in Northern and Eastern fisheries departments. He also asked whether the Minister would act on evidence relating to alleged bribery in sea cucumber farm approvals and a video concerning State land use, and requested project values, timelines, and proposals for fishery harbour developments at Mayiliddy and Kurikattuwan. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) and Ministerial Statements Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna requested the Speaker’s permission to address Parliament. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded speech. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Raised a point of order disputing a Government Member’s claim that he had insulted the Speaker. He stated that the allegation made against him by name was false. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary A point of order was raised by Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna. No substantive policy issue, question, or proposal was stated in the provided excerpt. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose to raise a point of order. The record contains no substantive argument or question beyond an interruption noted in the proceedings. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order on the basis that his name had been mentioned in the debate. No substantive policy issue or proposal was raised in the excerpt. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Ramanathan Archchuna said Northern voters had supported the Government because they believed it opposed repression, and argued that Tamil commemorations of Prabhakaran should be understood alongside Sinhala regard for Rohana Wijeweera. He alleged corruption in the North, including in Jaffna, and claimed the Government had failed to prosecute major fraud while filing 25 police cases against him after he exposed wrongdoing. He also criticized MPs who call for dissolving Parliament while enjoying parliamentary benefits, and demanded accountability for alleged misuse of state resources and politically motivated legal action. Debate: Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Corruption & Governance ReformEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionJustice & Human Rights Read →
10 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna began by stating that he would shorten his allotted time and chose to speak in Sinhala, noting his Tamil identity. He challenged Members to indicate whether they considered Prabhakaran a terrorist, observing that no one raised a hand, and said he posed the question for a reason. Debate: Presidents' Entitlements (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Ethnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
9 September 2025 AI summary Asked whether the proposed changes to the nomenclature or status of the indigenous medicine university would be implemented before its first batch of more than 3,000 students graduates in November or December 2025. He warned that, without timely changes, those students would receive management degrees under the existing name associated with an indigenous medicine university. Procedural and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Education Read →
9 September 2025 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna briefly indicated that he had another question to raise. The provided excerpt does not include the substance of the question or any related policy, legislative, or procedural issue. Procedural and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
9 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order under Standing Order 91(1), citing the sub judice rule barring debate on matters pending before court. He argued that the fourth question on the Order Paper related to a matter before court and noted that government members often decline to answer opposition questions on the same basis. Procedural and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
9 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Point of Order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Procedural and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna briefly stated that attention should be directed to the outcome. No specific policy proposal, question, or legislative issue was raised in the provided speech. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna briefly raised the issue of political prisoners, asking what action or consideration was being given to their situation. The intervention was framed as a question, seeking clarification on the Government’s position or next steps regarding political detainees. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Justice & Human Rights Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna’s remarks were interrupted before he could develop a substantive point. No specific argument, proposal, question, or policy position is discernible from the available excerpt. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna objected to reductions in his allotted speaking time and asked that this not be done. He referred to a report and challenged the authorities to make arrests based on it, questioning why no action was being taken. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna questioned whether certain individuals, including Rasamanickam and Ranil, could be arrested, in the context of allegations about money held in Uganda. He challenged claims about funds abroad and called for any such money to be brought back to Sri Lanka, while accusing unnamed parties of making false statements. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Corruption & Governance Reform Read →