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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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AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.

Speech history

574 speeches
  • 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna cited Standing Order 111(7) on the role of Sectoral Oversight Committees in examining appointments within their jurisdiction. He said an “End Post” appointment at Teaching Hospital, Jaffna, made under a previous government, had no basis in the Service Minutes and had not been referred to the relevant Sectoral Oversight Committee despite a request. He asked the Speaker to have the Chair of the Health-related Sectoral Oversight Committee respond, arguing that the Standing Orders were being violated. Debate: Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose under Standing Order 111(7). No substantive remarks, proposal, or question are recorded in the provided excerpt. Procedural: Points of Order on Standing Orders and Bill Presentation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of order. No substantive issue, proposal, or question is recorded in the excerpt. Procedural: Points of Order on Standing Orders and Bill Presentation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a question of privilege alleging that a conversation he had in the Chamber with the Leader of the Opposition on 18 February 2026 was recorded from the Government side and broadcast on Capital TV and social media, portraying him negatively. He argued that sharing such footage outside official Parliamentary mechanisms breaches Standing Orders, the Code of Conduct, and the Parliamentary (Powers and Privileges) Act. He requested the Speaker to review Chamber camera footage and refer the matter to the Committee on Ethics and Privileges. Statement and Procedural: Legal Basis of Financial Bankruptcy Declaration and Standing Order Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 19 February 2026 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order concerning the use of Standing Order 27(2), citing Standing Orders 92(2)(a) and 3(2). He stated that questions under Standing Order 27(2) are ordinarily permitted to be raised by a party leader or the Leader of the Opposition. Procedural: Points of Order on Standing Orders and Party Representation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna criticized low attendance during the debate and called for fingerprint-based attendance recording to improve public accountability for MPs. He contrasted requests for official vehicles with shortages in essential services, citing Anuradhapura Hospital’s lack of an ambulance, and urged stricter enforcement of decorum and Standing Orders during proceedings. He also referred to past ethnic conflict and objected to certain Provincial Council appointments, while several portions of his remarks were ordered expunged by the Chair. Adjournment: State Free from Corruption, Bribery and Fraud Corruption & Governance ReformEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna criticized what he described as political interference and corruption in state institutions, referring to alleged conduct involving the SLTB in Vavuniya. He objected to the reported appointment of “shadow” ministers for the Northern Province under the Governor’s presence, arguing that these posts bypass elected provincial authority and questioning the competence and suitability of named appointees. He demanded that the Government hold the Northern Provincial Council election and appoint only competent persons, particularly for health and agriculture-related responsibilities. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Point of Order under Standing Order 27(1) seeking clarification on the proper procedure for submitting privilege matters or motions. He stated that Members are required to hand such documents to the Office of the Secretary-General, and objected to being directed instead to submit them to the Speaker or meet another officer. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary The Member stated that the matter in question was carried out by the Government side. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna raised a matter under Standing Order 92(2)(a), alleging that a video of his conversation with the Leader of the Opposition had been recorded and released by the Government side. He stated that the conversation was mischaracterized, said CCTV evidence could identify who recorded it, and indicated he would submit the issue as a matter of privilege seeking legal action. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 18 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Special Commodity Levy Act, Customs Ordinance Resolution, and Motor Traffic Act Orders (Continuation) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 17 February 2026 AI summary Ramanathan Archchuna stated that the matter should be withdrawn and, if necessary, resubmitted on another day. He requested that it be recorded as withdrawn and that proceedings continue accordingly. Select Committee on Electoral Laws - Motion with Amendment Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 17 February 2026 AI summary Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Point of Order under Standing Order 3(2) concerning the Speaker’s discretion over seat allocation. He noted that front-row seats are reserved for party leaders and questioned why Hon. Sumanthiran’s seat had not been changed despite information that he was no longer the Parliamentary Group Leader. Privilege Matters and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna concluded his remarks and thanked the House. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna made a brief intervention. Portions of the speech were ordered to be expunged by the Chair, leaving no substantive policy point or proposal recorded. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 6 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose on a point of order. The substance of the remarks was expunged on the order of the Chair, leaving no further content to summarize. Debate: Extension of Emergency Regulations (Cyclone Ditwah) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna criticized Members of Parliament for the alleged daily public cost of Rs. 15 million and accused them of misusing facilities and allowances. He urged MPs to reflect on their conduct during the remaining three years of the parliamentary term, warning that continued behaviour of this kind would damage their public standing. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Public Finance Read →
  • 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he regards Sri Lanka as a country for all communities, including Sinhalese, Muslims, and Tamils. He criticized the low attendance in Parliament, noting that its daily sitting cost is Rs. 15 million, and questioned whether even 20 Members were present. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Parliamentary ProcedureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
  • 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna objected to interruptions and asked to be allowed to speak briefly. He accused others in the chamber of corruption, specifically alleging wrongdoing related to the importation of 323 containers, though the statement was cut off before further details were provided. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
  • 3 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna referred to public questions about his political allegiance and stated that he regards God and Prabhakaran as his leaders, while challenging others to state their own leaders. He accused the Government of tolerating fraud and corruption, including by protecting an MP who he said had been reported to the Anti-Corruption Commission, and denied that similar corruption had been proven against representatives in the North. Parts of the remarks were expunged by order of the Chair amid interruptions. Adjournment Debate: Muthurajawela Wetland Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance Reform Read →