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
Activity by sitting
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- 17 March 2025 AI summary A petition from Mr. Jeewa Indika Priyantha of Hunupitiya, Wattala, was presented to Parliament. The petition was ordered to be referred to the Committee on Public Petitions. Petitions Presentation Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana supported the Government’s first Budget, describing it as a “citizens’ Budget” focused on rural, low-income, marginalized and vulnerable groups. He highlighted allocations for low-income households, persons with disabilities, senior citizens, kidney patients, schoolbooks, autism support, and additional interest for senior citizens’ deposits, while criticizing alleged misuse of public funds by former ministers. He also referred to drug trafficking concerns in Hambantota and Beliatta and said steps were being taken to stop inflows through local harbours. He noted a Rs. 100 million allocation to rebuild and digitize the Jaffna Public Library, linking it to reconciliation after its burning in 1981. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 (Day 1-7) Justice & Human RightsPublic FinanceEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 25 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana spoke in support of the Government’s first Budget during the final day of the Second Reading debate. He criticised members of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, alleging misuse of public funds, excessive housing loans, corruption linked to projects such as the Krish building, and other criminal matters. He also challenged claims about past harbour development in Hambantota, Mirissa and Kirinda, arguing that these projects were poorly engineered and have not adequately served fishermen. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 (Day 1-7) Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 22 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana presented three petitions to Parliament from residents of Kaduwela, Athurugiriya, and Biyagama. The petitions were formally accepted for parliamentary consideration. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 22 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana questioned the status of land in Ambalanthota, Kaduwela, stating that plots reserved for common purposes and public amenities had allegedly been released to private individuals and developed with buildings. He alleged misuse and corruption involving the Land Reform Commission and asked what action would be taken to recover the land, conduct an official site inspection, identify those responsible, and restore the land for public use. Oral Question: Lands Released from Land Reform Commission to Dharmayathana Protection Council (Q.7/2025) Land & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana raised concerns that lands vested in the Land Reform Commission under the Land Reform Commission Act, No. 01 of 1972, and later managed by the JEDB and SPC, had been re-allocated without LRC concurrence. He referred to a CID investigation into a land in Kataragama linked to G. Rajapaksa and noted recent Government decisions to halt further LRC reallocations and establish an Auditor General’s office within the LRC. He asked what urgent measures were being taken to begin full investigations and act quickly on irregularities in LRC land administration. Oral Question: Lands Released from Land Reform Commission to Dharmayathana Protection Council (Q.7/2025) Justice & Human RightsLand & HousingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 22 January 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation for details on the release and subsequent allocation of former LRC land in the Kothalawala GN Division, Kaduwela, where a “Silk Factory” was located. He sought information on any land released to the Dharmayathana Protection Council or other parties, the number and extent of remaining plots allocated for housing, roads/reservations, and common purposes, and the basis, timing, values, survey plans, and present use of those allocations. Oral Question: Lands Released from Land Reform Commission to Dharmayathana Protection Council (Q.7/2025) Land & Housing Read →
- 21 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana highlighted deaths and economic losses caused by human-elephant conflict, dengue, floods, landslides and other climate-related hazards, citing Sri Lanka’s ranking in the Global Climate Risk Index and annual disaster losses exceeding USD 300 million. He defended the Clean Sri Lanka programme as a response to these challenges and rejected claims that its launch cost over Rs. 7 million, stating the committed amount was about Rs. 900,000. He urged Opposition Members and the wider public, including private entities, state institutions, volunteers, expatriates and experts, to support the programme, noting that rupee and dollar accounts had been opened for contributions. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme Public FinanceCorruption & Governance ReformEnvironment Read →
- 21 January 2025 AI summary Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana moved an Adjournment Motion calling for Parliament, the public sector, private sector, and citizens to support the Clean Sri Lanka Programme launched by the President on 1 January 2025 under the vision “A Beautiful Island – A Joyful People.” He said the programme is a key non-economic initiative within the Government’s policy agenda, intended to promote social, environmental, and ethical transformation alongside economic reforms. He argued that the Tenth Parliament has a historic responsibility, across party and community lines, to address hardship, change negative perceptions of Sri Lanka, and build a more disciplined, compassionate, and environmentally conscious society. Adjournment Debate: Clean Sri Lanka Programme EnvironmentCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Asked what coordination mechanism will ensure State institutions implement the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme consistently with its intended objectives. He noted that some superficial or poorly understood actions by institutions had caused temporary public unease and sought assurances that future activities would be properly aligned and coordinated. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister Corruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Asked how the Government plans to build a “new society” and ethical order beyond politics, including in education, media and other key sectors. He specifically questioned how the authorities would address perceived partisanship among some media institutions while establishing this broader ethical framework. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister EducationReligion & Culture Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana asked the Prime Minister for details on the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme launched by the President on 1 January 2025. He requested information on its objectives, implementation mechanism, public participation, and the process for contributing to the related fund, including the activities planned under it. Oral Question: Clean Sri Lanka Programme and Related Questions to Prime Minister Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 7 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana argued that opposition parties and aligned media were attempting to undermine the new Government by spreading claims of inexperience and disinformation shortly after the President’s election and the Government’s formation. He said the Government had maintained confidence despite warnings about the IMF and markets, citing the rise of the All Share Index as evidence of improved political stability. He emphasized that economic recovery must translate into improved human development and highlighted planned initiatives under “Clean Sri Lanka,” state digitalization, and rural poverty eradication, including basic infrastructure needs in the Colombo District such as facilities in Battaramulla. Adjournment Debate: 2024 Mid-Year Fiscal Position Report Corruption & Governance ReformPublic Finance Read →
- 7 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Asitha Niroshana Egoda Vithana spoke during the adjournment debate on the 2024 Mid-Year Fiscal Position, arguing that the recent electoral mandate reflected heightened public scrutiny and rejection of former parties associated with corruption and economic collapse. He said the Government must respond to public expectations, while criticizing the Opposition’s frequent use of points of order as an attempt to obstruct the new mandate and return to past political practices. Adjournment Debate: 2024 Mid-Year Fiscal Position Report Parliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance Reform Read →