Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna, M.P.
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Speeches 129 #33 of 225·#13 in party
Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 45 speeches
Last spoke 21 May 2026 in Oral question
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129 speeches- 21 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna called for urgent relief to disabled and retired military personnel facing economic hardship, referring to a Cabinet paper intended to address their concerns. She asked how soon arrears of salary and allowances withheld from some medically retired personnel, and fixed allowances withheld from certain widows of soldiers who died before age 55, would be resolved and what steps would be taken to expedite payment. Oral Question Q.921/2025: Widows of Fallen or Missing Military Personnel - Pension/Allowances Justice & Human RightsPublic Finance Read →
- 21 May 2026 AI summary Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised a supplementary question during war heroes’ commemorations regarding disabled veterans from the three-decade war. She asked what immediate steps would be taken to pay the fixed allowance owed to disabled war heroes over age 55 who appeared before Medical Boards but have not received it due to delays in disability pension payments. Oral Question Q.921/2025: Widows of Fallen or Missing Military Personnel - Pension/Allowances Security & DefencePublic Finance Read →
- 21 May 2026 AI summary Asked the Minister of Defence to clarify pension and allowance arrangements for widows of military personnel killed in action or missing during the war. The question sought details on payments from the date of death until the notional retirement date, fixed monthly allowances thereafter, and whether widows of those recorded as “missing due to a terrorist attack” are denied such benefits. It further asked whether this was considered unjust and whether legal provisions could be introduced to grant the allowance based on the period the personnel have been missing. Oral Question Q.921/2025: Widows of Fallen or Missing Military Personnel - Pension/Allowances Justice & Human RightsSecurity & Defence Read →
- 20 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna criticised the Government’s economic management, arguing that the rupee depreciation, rising cost of living, inflationary pressure and increased borrowing show that the country is returning to crisis conditions similar to 2021-2022. She questioned the effectiveness of the Central Bank and its Governor, alleging that political leadership lacks the capacity to respond to economic risks and that public confidence in the Government’s ability to manage the economy is declining. She also raised district-level concerns in Matale, citing unresolved resettlement and relief issues after Cyclone “Dittha” and tabling data on relief payments and deaths, while referring to a District Secretariat circular showing limited progress in housing assistance for high-risk beneficiaries. Adjournment Debate: Central Bank Annual Economic Review 2025 Cost of LivingPublic FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Mrs. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna clarified that her request to the Bribery Commission and the Auditor General was for a wage increase to be extended to small and medium estate workers as well. She criticized the Minister for misunderstanding her communication before Parliament was adjourned. Adjournment Motion: Sustainable Solution for Human-Elephant Conflict Employment Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised a Point of Order, expressing regret over remarks made by a Minister. She requested the Presiding Member’s permission to clarify the matter if given time. Adjournment Motion: Sustainable Solution for Human-Elephant Conflict Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Rohini Kumari Wijerathna urged that regulation remain under Government control while engaging capable specialized partners to assist, emphasizing that both human lives and animal welfare are at stake. She called for a structured, sustainable programme to protect both people and animals and for the expedited payment of compensation to victims. Adjournment Motion: Sustainable Solution for Human-Elephant Conflict EnvironmentLaw & Order Read →
- 19 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna moved an Adjournment Motion calling for a sustainable, scientific solution to the human-elephant conflict, citing recent deaths in Wilgamuwa and data from Matale showing 14 elephant deaths, 12 human deaths, and 50 property damage incidents in 2025-2026. She said compensation payments are delayed, around 100 GN divisions in Matale face elephant threats, and existing mitigation measures such as electric fences suffer from poor design, maintenance, and regulation. She proposed a proper land-use plan, improved fence standards, stronger Wildlife Department infrastructure, vehicles, staffing and supplies, and tabled expert recommendations for consideration under a broader institutional framework with state oversight. Adjournment Motion: Sustainable Solution for Human-Elephant Conflict Law & OrderAgricultureEnvironment Read →
- 8 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna supported the Motion to raise student awareness of the University of Vocational Technology, arguing that vocational education needs public trust, clear pathways from school to industry, and mechanisms for NVQ Level 4 holders to enter degree programmes with possible advanced standing. She urged curriculum planning in consultation with industry bodies and referred to models in Germany, Singapore and Switzerland, while calling for more vocational technology universities. She also requested corrections to alleged shortcomings in recruitment and marking schemes for aesthetic studies institutes, including interview board approvals and practical test criteria, to protect fairness and applicant confidence. Debate: Private Members' Motion P.18/2024 - Formulating a Programme to Make School Students Aware of University of Vocational Technology EducationEmployment Read →
- 8 May 2026 AI summary Mrs. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna formally seconded the motion before the House. The question was put and agreed to, after which the Deputy Speaker left the Chair and Mrs. Sagarika Athauda took over presiding duties. Debate: Private Members' Motion P.18/2024 - Formulating a Programme to Make School Students Aware of University of Vocational Technology Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 May 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised concerns about poor passenger facilities, including broken toilets, leaking water, unclean drains, unrepaired lights, and damaged benches. She said Provincial Administration funds cannot be used until the relevant transfer is completed, and requested that the process be expedited to avoid higher rehabilitation costs later. Oral Question: Laggala Bus Station Facilities (Q.1/885/2025) Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
- 6 May 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked a supplementary question regarding land still held by the Mahaweli Authority, noting that this situation is causing difficulties for residents. She sought a specific timeline for transferring the land to the relevant Pradeshiya Sabha. Oral Question: Laggala Bus Station Facilities (Q.1/885/2025) Land & Housing Read →
- 6 May 2026 AI summary The Member asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government for details on the Laggala bus station, including its establishment date and construction cost. She also sought confirmation of reported inadequate facilities at the station and requested information on measures to address them, or reasons if such information or action is not available. Oral Question: Laggala Bus Station Facilities (Q.1/885/2025) Infrastructure Read →
- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised concern about risks faced by patients brought in under decisions involving the Governor and the health sector. She asked what action would be taken to address the issue, describing it as a serious matter. Oral Question: Aswesuma Programme - Appeals and Objections HealthcareCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised a supplementary question about a strike by ambulance drivers in the Central Province, stating that they had been seconded from the Health Department to other departments despite their specialized training. She emphasized that the situation was affecting patient transport, including children being taken to Lady Ridgeway Hospital. Oral Question: Aswesuma Programme - Appeals and Objections Healthcare Read →
- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna clarified that her earlier remarks concerned doctors not reporting for duty at Laggala Hospital. She stated that she was pointing out a shortcoming in the Minister’s answer and had not asked a second supplementary question. Oral Question: Aswesuma Programme - Appeals and Objections Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna stated that the proposal was to upgrade the hospital to a base hospital, with five specialists to be assigned, but this had not been implemented. She also noted that a doctor nominated from Bakamuna Hospital to fill a vacancy had not reported for duty for over a month. Oral Question: Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children - Waiting Lists (Q.1030/2025) Healthcare Read →
- 7 April 2026 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised concerns about paediatric hospital congestion and rural shortages of paediatric specialists. She highlighted staffing shortages at Laggala Type A Hospital, where only three doctors remain despite a requirement of 10, and asked what action would be taken to fill vacancies and fulfil the pledge to upgrade it to a Type C Base Hospital, which would bring specialist appointments. Oral Question: Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children - Waiting Lists (Q.1030/2025) HealthcareInfrastructure Read →
- 5 March 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna seconded the Women Parliamentarians’ Caucus Adjournment Motion for International Women’s Day, emphasizing the need to recognize and value women’s unpaid care work in the home and its contribution to the economy. She proposed incorporating household labour into GDP calculations, providing state support for full-time carers, establishing childcare and eldercare centres, and making paternity leave mandatory. She also raised concerns about violence against women, exploitation of junior professional women, and the burdens placed on women by nutrition, health, and cost-of-living crises. Referring to her visit to Dumbara Prison, she noted that some women are detained due to family-related circumstances or procedural delays and called for attention to their situation. Adjournment: National Care Policy and International Women's Day Women & ChildrenCost of LivingEmployment Read →
- 3 March 2026 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna criticized the Government for referring to past administrations, stating that after one year and four months in office it had sufficient time to appoint the 4,000 persons in question if it intended to do so. She then yielded her second supplementary question to Hon. Dilip Wedaarachchi. Oral Question: Agricultural Research and Production Assistants (Q.913/2025) Parliamentary ProcedureEmployment Read →