Hon. Wasantha Piyathissa, M.P.
Deputy Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment
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Speeches 23 #163 of 225·#101 in party
Attendance 4/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Public Finance 11 speeches
Last spoke 9 June 2026 in Oral question
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Speech history
23 speeches- 3 December 2024 AI summary Hon. Wasantha Piyathissa argued that communal and religiously based politics are no longer necessary in the East, saying communities no longer need ethnocentric parties claiming to protect them. He responded to concerns about recent floods, stating that NPP members helped clean and sanitize affected schools and homes, while Government officials were convened to plan further action. He attributed delays to institutional weaknesses, rigid procedures, and resource shortages, expressed regret for public inconvenience, and said the Government is working to improve response mechanisms. Debate: President's Policy Statement (Continuation with Maiden Speeches and Responses) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionInfrastructure Read →
- 3 December 2024 AI summary Wasantha Piyathissa argued that national prosperity depends on national unity, citing the Government’s policy theme, “National Unity, a Prosperous Country, a Beautiful Life.” He said opponents had spread fear during the election campaign, particularly among Muslim communities, but that subsequent electoral support for the NPP in areas such as Kalmunai and Sammanthurai showed growing trust among Sinhala, Tamil, and Muslim communities. Debate: President's Policy Statement (Continuation with Maiden Speeches and Responses) Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 3 December 2024 AI summary Deputy Minister Wasantha Piyathissa supported the Government’s policy statement, arguing that the NPP received a mandate to change the political culture and economic direction after 76 years of governance. He said poverty levels, including the number of families receiving Aswesuma assistance and claims that 41 per cent of the population earns less than two US dollars a day, show the need for short-, medium- and long-term reforms. He called for an end to corruption and misuse of public assets, and said investigations and punishment were needed for illicitly acquired wealth while welcoming constructive criticism and proposals. Debate: President's Policy Statement (Continuation with Maiden Speeches and Responses) Cost of LivingCorruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →