Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, M.P.
Profession: Medical Doctor
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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107 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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Speech history
574 speeches- 14 November 2025 AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order seeking clarification on parliamentary privilege procedure. He asked whether another Member is permitted to represent to the Chair that his privilege had been breached. Procedural Matters: Standing Order 91(k) and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 14 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point under Standing Order 91(k), which provides a right of reply to the Member moving a Bill, Regulation, Resolution or Motion at the conclusion of debate. He asked the Speaker to rule on an incident from the previous day in which his request to make concluding remarks was initially refused and later allowed, seeking clarification to ensure the right is upheld. Procedural Matters: Standing Order 91(k) and Points of Order Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna thanked the Deputy Minister, the Minister, and two doctors who contributed to the debate on the Motion. He called for collective action to implement the matters discussed and conveyed appreciation on behalf of the people of the North, specifically mentioning Dr. Malaravan. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Healthcare Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna’s contribution consists only of addressing the Presiding Member and contains no substantive argument, proposal, question, or reference to legislation, policy, or events. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna briefly responded to interruptions during his remarks, noting that someone had shouted “Boo” and called him mad. Part of his statement was ordered expunged by the Chair, after which he concluded by saying, “It is not us,” and thanked the House. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he had submitted five documents alleging fraud and corruption and asked the Deputy Minister whether any inquiries had been initiated. He argued that inaction on such matters erodes public trust and defended the credibility of his interventions by referring to his medical qualifications. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna briefly stated that the matter being addressed was his Adjournment Motion. No substantive details, proposals, or arguments were provided in the excerpt. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna argued that political alignments are secondary to delivering meaningful work for the public. He criticized the condition of hospitals in the North and alleged that doctors posted from the South work only briefly there while spending most of their time in Colombo private hospitals. He questioned government inaction and began to raise concerns about corruption. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health HealthcareCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna said he had initially supported the Government but had been alienated and accused of wrongdoing, including being called a drug dealer, after seeking to assist. He raised concerns about the emigration of doctors and consultants, citing low salaries, lack of vehicle facilities, and delayed car permits, and urged the Government to address doctors’ living and professional conditions. He also referred to political support in the North, local government election outcomes, and possible provincial council elections, stating that he did not seek office or wish to topple the Government but wanted his concerns to be heard. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health EmploymentLaw & OrderHealthcare Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna moved an Adjournment Motion urging the Ministry of Health to adopt and operationalize the National Strategic Plan for Eye Health, aimed at reducing avoidable blindness through expanded cataract surgery, screening for diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, school eye checks, staff training, tele-ophthalmology and AI-assisted screening. He cited high levels of vision impairment, a large cataract surgery backlog, regional disparities in access, and high private-sector costs as reasons for urgent implementation. He stated that a proposal sent to the President in January and forwarded to the Health Minister in June had not been actioned, and asked when the Ministry would respond and implement the plan. Adjournment Motion: National Strategic Plan for Eye Health HealthcareParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Invoking Standing Order 92(2), Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna questioned the procedure allowing a Deputy Minister to respond in the House if a Motion against a Deputy Minister cannot be brought. His intervention sought clarification on the application of the Standing Orders in that context. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna rose to a Point of Order. No substantive issue, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided text. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Point of Order, stating that his name had not been read. Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Second Reading (Fifth Allotted Day) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 13 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Point of Order regarding a work-to-rule campaign by nurses across the Northern Province, including Mannar, warning that it could seriously affect public healthcare services. He said the action was linked to administrative measures such as requiring officers to sign a single attendance book, and requested the Minister of Health and Mass Media to invite Northern Province nursing representatives for discussions to resolve the matter. Private Notice Question: Paddy Prices and Rice Imports (27(2)) HealthcareParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Raising a point of order under Standing Order 92(2), the Member made a brief remark suggesting that wearing a mask in the House would be acceptable if there were a dog present. No further procedural request or substantive policy issue was raised. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a point of order under Standing Order 92(2), questioning the procedural basis for allowing Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra five minutes to speak. He asked whether the time was granted to record a point or to allow a Minister to respond, and queried the reason for the allocation. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary The Member sought procedural clarification from the Chair on whether to raise the matter as a Question of Privilege. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna clarified that the matter being referred to was a new one. No further substantive argument, proposal, or question was raised in the excerpt. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a new question of privilege, alleging that the Fisheries Minister had falsely referred to Hon. Ilankumaran’s name as “BOO.” He cited the Parliament (Powers and Privileges) Act, referring to provisions on willfully publishing false or distorted reports of parliamentary debates. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 12 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna stated that he would read Standing Order 29(2). No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was presented in the excerpt. Appropriation Bill, 2026 - Second Reading Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →