Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Kurunegala

Profession: Teacher

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Speeches 59 #82 of 225·#37 in party

Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

59 speeches

5 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake supported the amendment to the National Transport Commission Act, noting that the 1991 law has not been significantly modernized despite major changes in passenger transport. He argued that regulation should cover buses, railways, three-wheelers, ferries, school transport and pedestrian safety, citing recent fatal crashes, unsafe ferry services in the North, overloaded vehicles and unsafe vehicle modifications. He called for stronger safety oversight and the integration of technology across transport systems, stating that the amendment is timely. Debate: National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Security & DefenceInfrastructureLaw & Order Read →
4 June 2025 AI summary Asked whether the Ministry will ensure that all new university entrants are informed at admission about the 1998 anti-ragging law and related procedures. He noted that little legal action appears to have been taken in recent years and that incidents tend to arise around fresh intakes. Oral Question: India–Sri Lanka Agreements and Education Policy EducationJustice & Human Rights Read →
4 June 2025 AI summary Asked whether the Ministry of Higher Education would provide counselling and related support services for students who suffer psychological and physical harm due to ragging. The question was directed to the Prime Minister in her capacity as Minister of Higher Education. Oral Question: India–Sri Lanka Agreements and Education Policy Justice & Human RightsEducation Read →
4 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake asked the Prime Minister for information on the enforcement of the Prohibition of Ragging and Other Forms of Violence in Educational Institutions Act, No. 20 of 1998, amid continuing reports of ragging in universities and higher education institutions. He requested details on prosecutions and convictions during the past five years, whether studies have examined the causes of continued ragging, and what measures the Government will take to prevent such incidents. Oral Question: India–Sri Lanka Agreements and Education Policy Justice & Human RightsLaw & OrderEducation Read →
3 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake raised concerns about the traditional clay industry, noting that artisans face difficulties obtaining clay, particularly from areas near tanks. He said a recent circular had created legal obstacles and asked whether the Government would resolve these issues and facilitate the continuation of the industry. Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) AgricultureEmployment Read →
3 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake noted the uneven distribution of large-scale industries and industrial parks within Kurunegala District, citing established sites in Habarana, Mawathagama, Pannala, Kiriwavula, and Thulhiriya while areas such as Nikaweratiya, Yapahuwa, Galgamuwa, and Iriyapola lack such facilities. He asked whether the proposed industrial park near Yapahuwa is being developed by a single private investor or by a consortium. Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) Infrastructure Read →
21 May 2025 AI summary Presented a petition to Parliament from Mr. A. G. S. Abeywardhana of Indulgodakanda, Kurunegala. Petitions - Presented to Committee on Public Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
20 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake raised concerns that areas in Wariyapola, Yapahuwa, and Nikaweratiya have experienced severe annual flooding since the construction of the Deduru Oya reservoir, damaging vegetable cultivation in Minuwangete and Bolapitiya. He noted proposals to divert excess water through the old Thalagalla canal to Thalagalla wewa and Palugama wewa, and questioned the ineffectiveness of the right bank canal due to lack of drainage. He asked whether the Department would take action to manage flooding and protect agriculture in the affected areas. Oral Questions: Irrigation Reservoirs and Land Settlement (Q.578/2025 and Q.3519/2025) AgricultureInfrastructureEnvironment Read →
20 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake asked whether basic tourism infrastructure would be established around Deduru Oya, noting the presence of irrigation landmarks, reservoirs, and archaeological sites including ancient anicuts, Ridibendi Ella, Deduru Oya reservoir, Nuwarakannda, and Yapahuwa pre-historic cemeteries. He highlighted that the reservoir and surrounding lands fall under the Irrigation Department and sought clarification on re-establishing facilities to support tourism. Oral Questions: Irrigation Reservoirs and Land Settlement (Q.578/2025 and Q.3519/2025) InfrastructureReligion & Culture Read →
20 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation about the management and development of Irrigation Department lands near Deduru Oya in the Yapahuwa Kingdom. He sought information on renovating deteriorating holiday resorts, providing sanitary facilities for local tourists, improving the Ridibendi Ella anicut area for tourism, and addressing drainage problems from irregular constructions that affect agriculture. Oral Questions: Irrigation Reservoirs and Land Settlement (Q.578/2025 and Q.3519/2025) AgricultureInfrastructureLand & Housing Read →
8 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake supported the Second Reading of the Proceeds of Crime Bill, presenting it as a key measure to recover unlawfully acquired assets and address gaps in existing legal frameworks for tackling corruption, fraud, and financial crime. He referred to alleged misuse of public assets, suspicious properties, offshore money movements, and past amnesty proposals as reasons for creating stronger powers for investigation, restraint, preservation, and management of recovered property. He highlighted provisions on disclosure of unlawful assets, expanded powers for the Bribery Commission, a specialized Police investigation division, search and digital access powers, preservation of property, establishment of a management authority, and proportionate punishment. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Public FinanceCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake highlighted the decline in sporting pathways from leading Kurunegala schools in cricket and netball, despite their historic contribution to national teams and championships. He cited the lack of coaching support at Holy Family Convent and the case of under-19 cricketer Akain Amarajeewa, and asked what legal measures would be taken to ensure talented youth receive opportunities without undue interference from old boys’ and old girls’ groups. Oral Question: Government Sports Complexes (Q.3/2025) Education Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake questioned why a proposed sports complex for the Kurunegala area, where he said there are many sports schools and youth, had been shifted to Bingiriya. He asked the Minister whether the relocation was based on personal preference or a private requirement, noting the presence of other complexes near Puttalam District. Oral Question: Government Sports Complexes (Q.3/2025) Infrastructure Read →
19 March 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports for details on government sports complexes in Sri Lanka, specifically whether one has been established in Kurunegala District and where it is located. He sought information on any change from the originally proposed site, the reasons for such a change, the sports facilities planned and currently provided, the estimated construction cost, and whether and when construction will be fully completed. Oral Question: Government Sports Complexes (Q.3/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake seconded the Adjournment motion on developing tourism in the North-Western Province, highlighting its geographic accessibility, climatic diversity, historical capitals, folklore-linked sites, reservoirs, mineral and industrial attractions, and cultural heritage in Puttalam and Kurunegala Districts. He cited sites such as Yapahuwa, Panduwasnuwara, Dambadeniya, Kurunegala, Nathagane, Pomparippu, Wilbawa, and the Puttalam coast as evidence of the province’s tourism potential. He requested the Ministry of Tourism to promote and develop the province as a major destination for both domestic and foreign tourists. Adjournment Motion: Development of North-Western Province as a Tourist Destination Religion & CultureEnvironmentInfrastructure Read →
4 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake presented four public petitions to Parliament on behalf of residents from Wariyapola, Polpithigama, Wilakatupotha, and Habarana. No substantive details of the petitions were stated in the speech. Petitions presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
3 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake seconded the Adjournment Motion on youth institutions, arguing that bodies such as the National Youth Services Council and National Youth Corps have only partly achieved their objectives in youth empowerment, leadership development and vocational training. He said Sri Lankan youth have fallen behind global peers and called for their creativity and skills to be directed into national development rather than overseas labour migration. He referred to alleged past misuse of youth-related funds highlighted in COP reports and stated that the Budget and the NPP policy platform provide opportunities to build a fulfilled, creative youth cohort, while urging Parliament to combat corruption and provide leadership for this effort. Adjournment Motion: Reorganization of National Youth Services Council EmploymentCorruption & Governance ReformEducation Read →
21 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake supported the Government’s first Budget, arguing that it prioritizes the public interest and future generations, particularly through what he described as a historic Rs. 619 billion allocation for education. He highlighted specific provisions to develop the Jaffna Public Library and other regional libraries, linking them to the need to repair past damage to education and reconciliation after the 1981 burning of the Jaffna Library and the subsequent conflict. He criticized past administrations over alleged misuse of youth and public funds, and endorsed the proposed “Sri Lankan Day” allocation of Rs. 300 million as a measure to promote national unity, tourism, and economic recovery. Appropriation Bill 2025: Second Reading (Fourth Allotted Day) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionEducationPublic Finance Read →
5 December 2024 AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake raised a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or policy issue was stated in the provided excerpt. Debate on Vote on Account for 2025 (continued) Parliamentary Procedure Read →