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- 4 June 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna expressed support for the Prime Minister’s proposed education reforms and linked the issue to rising mental health concerns, depression, and suicides among students. She asked whether school-based counselling would be included in the reforms and, if so, how it would be implemented. Oral Questions: NYSC Training Centres, Preschools, and Education Reforms EducationHealthcare Read →
- 4 June 2025 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. U.J.C. Ekanayake of Kudila, Muchandeniya, Matale. Papers: Annual Reports and Committee Reports Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked whether the Government intends to establish a mechanism to acquire title to land in advance for a proposed route or future development. She noted that future acquisition could increase costs due to higher market valuations, and asked whether the State could pay current valuation amounts to resident possessors and vest the land title in the Government now. Oral Question: Lands Acquired for Kurunegala-Habarana Railway Line - Compensation/Ex-Gratia Payment (Q.1/2025) Land & Housing Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Asked whether relief could be provided to residents who lost income because lands in the Matale District under the Moragahakanda-Kaluganga Project remained undeveloped for many years. She noted that any relief should go to the occupants in possession, while recognizing that ownership of the lands lies with the Dambulla and Bambawa Rajamaha Viharas under the Buddhist Temporalities Ordinance, and sought a mechanism to address the income loss. Oral Question: Lands Acquired for Kurunegala-Habarana Railway Line - Compensation/Ex-Gratia Payment (Q.1/2025) Public FinanceLand & Housing Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked whether the Government acknowledges that lands and properties, including those belonging to Rangiri Dambulla Rajamaha Viharaya, Bambawa Rajamaha Viharaya, and residents of Galewela and Dambulla, were legally acquired for the proposed Kurunegala-Habarana railway line via Dambulla. She sought clarification on whether those lands will be returned to their original owners, whether compensation or ex-gratia payments will be made for deterioration and loss of income over about ten years, and the procedure and timeline for such payments. Oral Question: Lands Acquired for Kurunegala-Habarana Railway Line - Compensation/Ex-Gratia Payment (Q.1/2025) Public FinanceLand & HousingInfrastructure Read →
- 9 May 2025 AI summary Rohini Kumari Wijerathna stated that she wished to seek clarification and express her view on a contentious matter. No specific issue, proposal, or demand was identified in the excerpt. Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Matters of Urgent Public Importance Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 May 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna briefly rose on a point of order. No substantive issue, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided extract. Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Matters of Urgent Public Importance Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 10 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna argued that the 1985-1991 JVP insurrection was a national tragedy that successive governments failed to conclusively address, while later political cooperation with the JVP/NPP was pursued in the interest of moving the country forward. She referred to the Youth Unrest Commission, subsequent political alliances, and the Batalanda Commission, asserting that counter-insurgency measures were presented as necessary to maintain order during the period. She cited figures on killings and deaths, disputed higher casualty estimates, and stated that she would table lists of victims and attacks, including losses suffered by political parties and families not represented in Parliament. Debate: Report of the Commission of Inquiry into Batalanda Torture Chambers Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 10 April 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised concerns about delays in child-related cases that remain pending for years. She asked whether existing courts could allocate a specific day each week to hear and conclude such cases more quickly, instead of relying only on establishing new courts or recruiting additional officials. She sought clarification on whether a systematic mechanism exists to expedite these hearings. Oral Question 579/2025: Sexual Crimes Against Women Serving in Government Institutions Women & ChildrenJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 10 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna briefly rose to seek a clarification from the Deputy Speaker. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question is recorded in the excerpt. Oral Question 579/2025: Sexual Crimes Against Women Serving in Government Institutions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 10 April 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister to clarify whether the data being referenced were from 2015. Oral Question 579/2025: Sexual Crimes Against Women Serving in Government Institutions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked the Prime Minister for clarification on whether the Government is considering regulation of tuition classes and tuition teachers. She noted that a previous answer to Hon. Dharmapriya Dissanayake had not addressed how such regulation would be handled. Oral Question: Private Tuition Regulation and Child Safety Education Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary No substantive speech text was provided beyond the address to the Chair, so there are no policy positions, proposals, questions, or arguments to summarize. Oral Question: Private Tuition Regulation and Child Safety Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna criticized the Government over delays and inconsistencies relating to the appointment of the IGP and references to the Governor, and questioned its handling of earlier rice distribution. She argued that current relief measures, including 5 kg of rice, are insufficient amid high prices for rice and coconuts, and called for greater assistance to low-income households and measures to revive the economy. She also urged the Government to fulfil promises made to the public and public servants, including teachers, and to recognize existing teacher qualifications. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Public FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna questioned the Government’s borrowing during its first five months, claiming it had raised Rs. 5,200 billion through Treasury bills and bonds, exceeding the previous year’s total revenue, and challenged the Government to identify five projects completed with those funds. She referred to earlier campaign-period allegations about short-term borrowing and said subsequent Central Bank data had confirmed her claims. She also stated that Central Bank operations had changed after she raised concerns about indirect money creation through short-term liquidity injections. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary She states that justice must be served to all in relation to past tragedies and cautions against political exploitation of victims’ families. She then questions claims made in the debate that private-sector minimum wages will rise from Rs. 21,000 to Rs. 27,000 in April 2025 and Rs. 30,000 in 2026, saying she could not find any official record of such an agreement. She asks the Government to clarify which employer body or company signed the agreement, what certification exists, and indicates an intention to table relevant documentation. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Public FinanceEmploymentParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna referred to past political killings and atrocities, naming several victims and incidents, and said she had previously tabled about 920 names of surviving family members of those killed. She argued that those victims were targeted for supporting economic engagement with India, and called for justice both for them and for the 41,813 people she said were misled by anti-Indian sentiment and sent to their deaths. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna argued that the Government is continuing and benefiting from the IMF programme initiated under former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, and said its success should be judged by whether ministries can utilize at least 60 to 65 per cent of capital allocations. She welcomed the Government’s improved engagement with India, including economic and energy cooperation, while recalling that UNP members who supported close India-Sri Lanka relations in the past were killed. She tabled a document listing alleged JVP-era killings of UNP and other party members and contrasted this with references made by Government members to Batalanda. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Corruption & Governance ReformForeign AffairsPublic Finance Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna referred to a procurement issue involving “Sama Posha,” stating that, as understood until the previous day, a tender worth around Rs. 2.9 to 3.0 billion was to be called for 807,000 units at about Rs. 370 each. She said that if the Trade Minister had corrected the alleged mistake, it was welcome, and asked to be allowed to complete her remarks without interruption. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading Public Finance Read →
- 10 March 2025 AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna objected to a claim that teachers and principals lacked the qualifications to receive relief for salary anomalies. She stated that she had served as a teacher until 2015 and distinguished her own professional background from trade union activity related to securing salary benefits. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Seventeenth Allotted Day – Committee Stage EducationEmployment Read →