Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana, M.P.
Profession: Politician
Speeches 54 #91 of 225·#42 in party
Attendance 7/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Corruption & Governance Reform 20 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Oral question
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32 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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AI summary AI-assigned tags, 1–3 per speech. Counts only — not a score.
Speech history
54 speeches- 20 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana alleged that land leased in 2014 for a learning centre for novice monks has instead been misused for commercial purposes, including parking for a supermarket and storage for a construction company, generating private income. He argued that this was contrary to the lease purpose and cited provisions under the Land Alienation Act and the UDA’s authority to re-enter and recover the land if the intended purpose is not fulfilled. He asked the Deputy Minister whether the Ministry is prepared to reclaim the land and prevent further misuse of public property. Adjournment Debate: NMRA Medicine Supply and State Land Leasing Religion & CultureCorruption & Governance ReformLand & Housing Read →
- 20 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana briefly sought permission from the Chair, with the Deputy Minister’s consent, to be given an opportunity to speak or intervene. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the excerpt. Adjournment Debate: NMRA Medicine Supply and State Land Leasing Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 August 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana raised a question to the Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing concerning alleged misuse of prime state lands obtained cheaply and subleased for excessive profit. He asked whether the UDA owns land near the Second Bypass Road in Kalapaluwawa, Kaduwela, and, if so, its extent and whether it has been leased, including the lessee, purpose, and terms. Adjournment Debate: NMRA Medicine Supply and State Land Leasing Land & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 6 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana supported reform of the electricity and wider energy sector, arguing that the 1969 Ceylon Electricity Board framework no longer meets current national needs and must be updated as part of broader state reforms. He said the Bill aims to reduce electricity costs and tariffs, improve rural and island power supply, retain technical expertise, and modernize generation and distribution without harming workers. He rejected Opposition criticism, blamed past governments for CEB losses and staffing problems, and stated that the Government would protect employees through job security, mobility among state companies, and voluntary retirement options. Debate: Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading Public FinanceEmploymentInfrastructure Read →
- 6 August 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana referred to arrests and allegations involving misuse of public funds, counterfeit medicines, substandard eye drops, fertilizer procurement losses, and illicit assets linked to political figures. He argued that these incidents reflect a harmful political culture and asked what urgent measures would be taken to reform political conduct and accountability. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 6 August 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana asked the Prime Minister about ongoing anti-corruption investigations following the Government’s strengthening of CIABOC, the CID and the Attorney General’s Department. He referred to recent arrests and inquiries into politicians and officials accused of large-scale misuse of public funds, and questioned how the Government views claims of political victimization by those who had previously demanded such investigations. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 6 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana asked the Government for details on enforcement action relating to bribery and corruption allegations, including the number of arrests in 2024 and so far in 2025. He also sought the Government’s response to criticism of legal action against current and former officials and political leaders, and asked whether the Bribery Commission has undertaken prevention-focused measures and what plans or actions are in place. Oral Question: Poverty Eradication Programmes (Q.59/2025) Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 5 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana presented four public petitions to Parliament on behalf of individuals from Yatiyantota, Malabe, Hali-Ela, and Homagama, including one petition submitted by several persons. No substantive details of the petitions were stated in the speech. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana presented four petitions to Parliament from individuals residing in Siyambalagoda, Ibulgoda, Lunugamwehera, and Udugampola. The petitions were formally submitted without further details on their subject matter. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 19 June 2025 AI summary The Second Report of COPE for the first Session of the Tenth Parliament was presented, covering inquiries into eight public institutions and alleging recurring misuse of public bodies contrary to their statutory mandates. The report highlighted issues including losses at the National Youth Services Council and Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment on politically linked events, irregularities at the Land Reforms Commission and Sabaragamuwa University, and major concerns over gold imports and revenue losses at the National Gem and Jewellery Authority. A proposal was made to restore gold import authority to a State entity such as the Bank of Ceylon to curb smuggling and tax losses, while the responsible Ministers were said to remain constitutionally accountable for decisions such as the release of seized gems before the 2024 Presidential Election. The speech also rejected allegations made against a National Lotteries Board official and cautioned public officials not to authorize actions outside their legal mandates. Adjournment Debate: Special Audit Report on Advance Payment for Import of 15,000 Dairy Cattle and COPE Report on National Gem and Jewellery Authority Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 18 June 2025 AI summary The Member spoke during debate on Orders under Act No. 49 of 2024 and referred to recent local authority outcomes, stating that the Government side had secured control of the Colombo, Kolonnawa and Nuwara Eliya municipal councils. He argued that the Opposition’s criticism over the Colombo Municipal Council process was unfounded, citing seat numbers, ward results and a unanimous decision to proceed by secret ballot. He also urged that parliamentary proceedings not be disrupted and linked the local election results to the Government’s broader programme to rebuild the country. Debate: Orders under Reciprocal Recognition, Registration and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments Act No. 49 of 2024 Corruption & Governance ReformParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 6 June 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana paid tribute to the late Kosala Nuwan Jayawira, describing his service as a young left-wing parliamentarian, student leader, environmental advocate, and representative of workers and local communities in Kegalle. He highlighted Jayawira’s work on free education, estate workers’ wages, anti-corruption efforts in local bodies, and his recent role in COPE addressing public finance losses and fraud. He also referred to World Environment Day initiatives in Kegalle, including plans to protect five forest systems and establish a sanctuary for the endemic “Bandula pethiya” fish, presenting these as causes Jayawira had supported. Debate: Votes of Condolence for Four Former MPs EnvironmentCorruption & Governance ReformParliamentary Procedure Read →
- 3 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana moved an Adjournment Motion calling for a sustainable flood control programme for the Kelani Valley, citing repeated flooding in areas including Kolonnawa, Kaduwela, Homagama, Awissawella, Kelaniya, Biyagama and Dompe. He argued that climate change and intensified monsoon rainfall have increased flood frequency and imposed major social, economic and fiscal costs, including Rs. 53.5 billion in relief expenditure after the 2016 floods. He proposed a coordinated mechanism involving relevant State agencies, experts and people’s representatives to move beyond ad hoc relief towards permanent flood mitigation solutions. Adjournment Motion: Sustainable Solution for Flood Control in Kelani Valley InfrastructureEnvironment Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana raised concerns that about 80 perches of land, previously linked to Ceylinco and now administered by Navloka after Treasury intervention, may be sold illegally instead of being retained for public use. He asked what action the UDA and BOI will take to prevent the sale and make the remaining land available as common amenities for local residents. Oral Question: Millennium City Housing Complex, Oruwala - Lands for Common Amenities (Q.10/2025) Land & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana questioned the adequacy of the official response regarding the “Millennium City” project, noting that 135 acres of public land had been allocated and alleging that the required common amenities reservation under the UDA Act had not been physically provided. He asked what action would be taken to identify and make available the required common amenities land for residents within the complex. Oral Question: Millennium City Housing Complex, Oruwala - Lands for Common Amenities (Q.10/2025) Land & HousingInfrastructure Read →
- 21 May 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development for details on the Millennium City Housing Complex at Oruwala, including the extent of Steel Corporation land purchased by Ceylinco Developers, whether the Urban Development Authority approved the development plan, and what lands were required, planned, and physically reserved for common amenities. The question also sought clarification on whether common-amenity lands were instead allocated from marshland outside the complex, the legality of such action, any alienation of reserved lands, and measures taken to recover or address those lands. Oral Question: Millennium City Housing Complex, Oruwala - Lands for Common Amenities (Q.10/2025) Land & HousingPublic Finance Read →
- 20 May 2025 AI summary The speech defended the Government’s revision of taxes on electric vehicles as part of a cautious reopening of the vehicle market after the economic crisis and import restrictions. It argued that while EVs support environmental goals and have lower operating costs, increased demand must be managed because Sri Lanka’s electricity supply still relies significantly on thermal generation and renewable capacity, including storage-backed solar, needs expansion. The Member said the tax adjustment was a Treasury and Finance decision intended to stabilize the market, protect foreign reserves, support economic recovery, and proceed prudently rather than burden consumers. Debate: Order under the Excise (Special Provisions) Act - Electric Vehicle Tax Revision (Continued) EmploymentPublic FinanceEnvironment Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Three petitions were presented to Parliament and laid on the Table. The petitions were submitted on behalf of Mrs. A.M. Priya Damayanthi of Kandy, Mr. D.H. Gamage of Panadura, and Mr. P.J.C. Senewirathna of Ragama. Petitions - Citizens' Petitions Presented Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 17 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana emphasized Sri Lanka’s vulnerability to climate change, pollution, biodiversity loss and other environmental pressures, and argued that the Ministry of Environment has a central responsibility to protect ecosystems for future generations. He said the Government has consolidated key environmental, wildlife, coastal, forestry and related institutions under one Ministry and established ten committees with experts and activists to support coordinated decision-making. He stated that Ministry officers will inspect proposed development sites before Environmental Impact Assessments are finalized, and called for a new national forest survey, noting disputed forest-cover figures and low forest cover in districts such as Gampaha and Colombo. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate on Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs and Ministry of Environment Environment Read →
- 17 March 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana objected to a contribution as irrelevant or unnecessary and urged that Parliament’s time not be wasted. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate on Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs and Ministry of Environment Parliamentary Procedure Read →