Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake, M.P.

New Democratic Front (NDF)· Badulla

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Speeches 248 #18 of 225·#2 in party

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Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 95 speeches

Last spoke 20 May 2026 in Procedural

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248 speeches

17 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake raised concerns over tensions in Trincomalee following reports about the removal of a Buddha statue and said the matter remained unresolved despite ministerial comments. He urged faster deployment of workers already interviewed for jobs in Israel and called for increased payments to emergency inquest officers, citing the heavy travel burden in districts such as Badulla. He questioned recent disciplinary actions and appointments in the judiciary, asking for transparency in Supreme Court appointments and warning that inconsistent treatment of judicial officers undermines public confidence. He also highlighted severe prison overcrowding, urged rapid construction of additional accommodation through transparent tenders, called for fair resolution of the former Prisons Commissioner-General’s case, and requested full issuance of promised vehicle permits for public servants. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage Continuation (Foreign Affairs, Justice and National Integration) Public FinanceReligion & CultureJustice & Human Rights Read →
17 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake urged that the houses in question not be left closed for extended periods while awaiting recommendations, warning that further delay would cause deterioration. He requested that they be repaired and allocated either to generate revenue or for another appropriate use. Oral Questions and Supplementaries (Q.1-Q.4 and Standing Order 27(2) Question) Public FinanceLand & Housing Read →
17 November 2025 AI summary Supported the arrangement under discussion, noting that the relevant facilities or items could be obtained by paying rent. Oral Questions and Supplementaries (Q.1-Q.4 and Standing Order 27(2) Question) Land & Housing Read →
17 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake questioned the Government’s policy on Ministerial official residences, noting that although it had earlier said Ministers would not use such houses, eight residences had been allocated to the Speaker and Deputy Ministers with rent deducted from salaries. He argued that if residences are being treated as rentable property, the same procedure should apply equally to Opposition Members who request them. He urged the Government to establish a clear policy and either use, rent, repair, or repurpose the houses to generate revenue, warning that keeping them closed would lead to deterioration. Oral Questions and Supplementaries (Q.1-Q.4 and Standing Order 27(2) Question) Public FinanceLand & HousingParliamentary Procedure Read →
17 November 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government to report on State-owned official residences used by Cabinet and State Ministers under the previous Government, excluding Madiwela MP housing. He requested details on the number of such residences, their current condition, whether any have been leased or rented to institutions or businesses, and how many have been officially allocated to Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the present Government. Oral Questions and Supplementaries (Q.1-Q.4 and Standing Order 27(2) Question) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that the issue being raised was not personal to him but had been brought forward by companies and citizens from Sinhala, Buddhist, Tamil, and Muslim communities. He argued that the concern was not about small monetary amounts such as Rs. 100 or Rs. 200, but about losses to the country, and questioned why similar issues were not arising in countries such as India. Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) Cost of Living Read →
11 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake briefly intervened to clarify a matter after his name was mentioned during the debate. No substantive policy position, proposal, or question was raised in the recorded statement. Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake raised a point of order. No substantive issue or argument was stated in the provided excerpt. Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake moved an Adjournment Motion raising concerns over the issuance of driving permits to foreign tourists, particularly for three-wheelers and heavy vehicles, citing increased monthly permit numbers, traffic violations, accidents, and loss of work for local tourism drivers. He referred to Section 132B of the Motor Traffic (Amendment) Act, No. 8 of 2009, and questioned the new airport-based permit system and the unapproved Gazette notification. He proposed stopping licences for foreign tourists to drive three-wheelers and heavy vehicles, or alternatively reverting to the former Werahera process and increasing the fee to Rs. 15,000 to limit demand and generate revenue. Adjournment: Termination of Driving Licences for Foreign Tourists (Three-wheelers) InfrastructureLaw & Order Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake clarified that his earlier reference to a Secretary was due to not knowing the person’s name and was not intended as an insult or religious reference. He also noted that issues relating to economic centres would be taken up in an Adjournment Motion scheduled for the 19th. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake raised a point of order or personal reference, noting that his name had been mentioned by another member. No substantive policy issue or proposal was presented in this brief intervention. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that there was no point in continuing and ended his remarks with thanks. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that he regretted a prior wrongdoing and would not elaborate further. Referring to the Budget debate, he said that while the Government may praise its measures, Opposition Members have a role in identifying shortcomings, and he urged ministers not to respond to criticism by filing cases or making CID complaints against him. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary ProcedurePublic Finance Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake stated that he would not make any further comment on the matter under discussion. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake criticised the implementation of the 2025 Budget, citing capital expenditure progress of only 24 per cent. Referring to the 2026 Budget Speech, he urged the President to allocate funds through Ministers and MPs, assign clear responsibilities, and ensure implementation achieves at least 90 per cent capital expenditure progress in the coming year. He also briefly referred to public criticism regarding a “doctor” travelling Business Class, but said that matter was not his focus. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Public FinanceParliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake warned the Government not to create continuous political crises or act vindictively, saying public anger could be reflected both on the streets and at elections. He argued that Uva and surrounding districts such as Badulla, Nuwara Eliya and Monaragala have long suffered from inadequate roads, electricity and loss of farmland, unlike areas that produced national leaders and influential patrons. He also questioned whether leaders and Ministers from Anuradhapura, Kalutara and Badulla were adequately addressing local grievances, citing anger among onion farmers and urging Ministers to respond fairly to people’s concerns. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Cost of LivingAgricultureInfrastructure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake requested an additional two minutes to continue his remarks. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Chamara Sampath Dasanayake criticized the Government’s anti-narcotics campaign, citing arrests linked to local councillors’ family members and calling for investigations into their assets and bank accounts, while questioning the timing of an IGP circular restricting publication of suspect photos and investigation details. He argued that the 2025 Budget had poor implementation, claiming many proposals were not carried out, capital expenditure progress was low, and several allocations in Anuradhapura-related projects showed little or no progress. He also said promised relief measures, such as a New Year relief pack, were not delivered, while large direct transfers such as funding for SriLankan Airlines were recorded as full progress despite not representing grassroots development. Adjourned Debate on Budget Bill – Second Reading Law & OrderPublic FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
24 October 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake offered condolences for seven former Members of Parliament, highlighting their political service, party loyalty, and contributions to their districts and communities. He paid particular tribute to Lohan Ratwatte, Heenmahattmaya Liyanage, Dixson J. Perera, Y.G. Padmasiri, R.M.R. Chula Bandara, Dr. Mervyn D. de Silva, and Manicavasagar Kanagasabapathy Eelaventhan, noting their roles in the SLFP, LSSP, ITAK, government service, provincial politics, and national representation. He also referred to the continuation of several political legacies through family members and extended condolences to all bereaved families. Votes of Condolence: Seven Former Members of Parliament Parliamentary Procedure Read →
23 October 2025 AI summary Chamara Sampath Dasanayake objected to the Minister of Public Security’s characterization of the assassination of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara as an underworld-related killing. He argued that the deceased should not be labelled before the investigation is completed and urged the Minister to focus on arresting the gunman and identifying those responsible. He said any conclusion about an underworld link should follow evidence from the investigation, not precede it. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance ReformLaw & Order Read →