Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath, M.P.
Profession: Medical Doctor
Speeches 45 #100 of 225·#7 in party
Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Ethnic Reconciliation & Devolution 17 speeches
Last spoke 10 June 2026 in Debate
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45 speeches- 10 June 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath said the North and East had been further affected by the economic crisis after years of ethnic conflict, and called for a decisive economic recovery plan linked to a permanent political solution and justice for Tamils. He urged the Government to set a guaranteed paddy price of at least Rs. 150 per kilogram, citing high production costs and imminent harvests in Batticaloa, and to urgently release the Mayilathamadu-Madhavanai grazing lands following the President’s assurance. He also requested humane and just action regarding the arrest of singer Ganeshkumar Sangeethsan, stressing freedom of expression and reiterating opposition to the Emergency and the PTA. Debate: Central Bank Rules on Export Proceeds Repatriation and Essential Public Services Resolution Justice & Human RightsAgricultureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 10 June 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath supported discussion on regulations under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act concerning repatriation of export foreign earnings. He warned that rising inflation, dollar appreciation, and monetary pressures, compounded by the Middle East conflict, require Government planning to stabilize the economy. He urged action to prevent a recurrence of the shortages and queues experienced in 2022. Debate: Central Bank Rules on Export Proceeds Repatriation and Essential Public Services Resolution Foreign AffairsPublic FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 21 May 2026 AI summary The member requested action to release additional pasture land, asking that the matter be handled compassionately despite what he described as negligence by the Forest Department. He concluded by urging the relevant authorities to address the issue. Main Business: Debate on Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Appropriation Act Resolutions Land & HousingAgriculture Read →
- 21 May 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath raised concerns that permitting rice imports, including a licence for 1,040 metric tons of Ponni rice, could undermine local paddy farmers amid high production costs and unsold stocks, and urged the Government to ensure fair Paddy Marketing Board procurement and prioritize domestic production. He also referred to Mullivaikkal remembrance events, calling for justice, a political solution for Tamil people, and Provincial Council elections, while welcoming development approvals following the President’s visit to Batticaloa. He further requested action on district land and security-related issues, including the Thandiyadi STF camp, archaeology and forest department disputes, and additional pastureland allocations for livestock in Batticaloa. Main Business: Debate on Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Appropriation Act Resolutions Justice & Human RightsAgricultureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 8 April 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath said the Middle East conflict had worsened fuel, electricity and commodity price pressures in Sri Lanka, and while welcoming some government relief, urged similar support for farmers as given to fishermen, including measures to address fuel costs and fair paddy prices. He called for practical, non-partisan programmes to reduce the burden on citizens and affected sectors. He also raised concerns about alleged unequal and delayed decisions by the Department of Archaeology in relation to minority religious and cultural sites, citing Nediyakal Malai and Thirukoneswaram in Trincomalee, and urged the Government to ensure lawful, evidence-based and equal treatment of all communities. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy AgricultureCost of LivingEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 19 March 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath said the economic recovery effort was being strained by the previous year’s cyclone and the Middle East war-driven fuel crisis, and called for effective implementation of fuel distribution, including the QR system, for agriculture and fisheries in Batticaloa. He urged action against hoarding and artificial shortages of fertilizer and fuel, relief for affected businesses facing bank pressure, and long-term planning to reduce petroleum dependence through alternative and natural energy. He also raised concerns about the CID summoning of the Jaffna University Students’ Union President over a Black Day commemoration and requested regularized salary scales, grades, and promotions for long-serving Development Officers. Adjournment Debate: Current Economic and Security Crisis EnvironmentCost of LivingAgriculture Read →
- 19 February 2026 AI summary Over 200,000 people were arrested on drug-related charges in 2024. Dr. Elayathamby Srinath called for proper psychological counselling for drug users and urged the presentation of a rehabilitation plan for them. Debate: Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Law & OrderJustice & Human RightsHealthcare Read →
- 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath supported the amendment Bill addressing narcotics control, citing National Dangerous Drugs Control Board 2024 arrest figures and stressing the impact of drugs, especially methamphetamine, on youth, families, education and public health. He called for stronger action against illicit alcohol in rural areas, higher penalties for producers and distributors, and a comprehensive framework including awareness, counselling, rehabilitation and reintegration facilities, particularly in every Divisional Secretariat division in Batticaloa District. He also urged immediate compensation for Batticaloa farmers affected by recent rains, the Titli cyclone’s aftermath, and elephant incursions damaging paddy fields. Debate: Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading HealthcareAgricultureLaw & Order Read →
- 19 February 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath supported the Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill as part of efforts to address the national drug problem. He stated that after 2009 drug use was deliberately directed at youth in the North and East and has since spread across the country, underscoring the need for legal reforms to control dangerous drugs. Debate: Poisons, Opium and Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Bill and Judicature (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Security & DefenceLaw & Order Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Urged that reforms be implemented equitably so they benefit students across all regions. Adjournment Debate: Comprehensive Educational Transformation Process Education Read →
- 22 January 2026 AI summary Dr. Elayathamby Srinath supported education reform but argued that implementation must first address infrastructure gaps, teacher shortages, and unequal resources, particularly in rural, hardship, and war-affected schools in the North and East. He said reforms should reduce student stress, align school and tertiary education with labour-market needs, and help graduates find employment locally and abroad. He called for clear regional implementation plans and the meaningful inclusion of Tamil history, traditions, and equal representation in curricula to ensure reforms benefit every child. Adjournment Debate: Comprehensive Educational Transformation Process EducationInfrastructureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
- 8 January 2026 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath supported the Motor Traffic Act regulations on detecting intoxicated drivers, mandating seat belts on expressways, and improving road safety, citing high fatalities and injuries from road accidents and calling for stronger enforcement, vehicle inspections, and removal of unfit vehicles. He urged improvements to public transport, especially in the North and East, including restoration of full Batticaloa rail services, reinstatement of capacity and AC coaches, and attention to possible service constraints linked to private transport interests. He also requested stronger SLTB services in Batticaloa, including repairs to the Valaichchenai depot, improved services to Vakarai, and a district-level plan through the District Development Committee to support poor and disaster-affected communities. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Law & OrderPublic FinanceInfrastructure Read →
- 25 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath highlighted severe teacher shortages, stating that only 25 of 75 required teachers are serving and that many are Development Officers currently engaged in industrial action. He urged action through Provincial Councils to ensure equitable resource allocation and proceed with teacher appointments. He also requested that a previously proposed structural meeting be convened without delay. Debate: Committee Stage on Appropriation Bill 2026 - Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education (Fifteenth Allotted Day) EmploymentEducation Read →
- 25 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath supported the proposed education reforms but urged that they be implemented with equitable distribution of resources, particularly for war-affected schools in the Eastern Province and Batticaloa District. He highlighted severe teacher shortages in the Kalkudah Education Zone, especially in mathematics, inadequate provincial school funding, shortages of furniture and facilities, and specific infrastructure needs at Pattiruppu Maha Vidyalaya, Vaalaichenai Hindu College, and St. Michael’s College. He also called for expedited graduate teacher recruitment, expansion of vocational education to NVQ Level 7 with more trainers, and improvements at Eastern University including hostel facilities and regularization of Deans for specific faculties. Debate: Committee Stage on Appropriation Bill 2026 - Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education (Fifteenth Allotted Day) Public FinanceInfrastructureEducation Read →
- 24 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath thanked the Minister for commencing bridge reconstruction work and requested revisions to railway and bus schedules in Batticaloa District, additional train compartments, a railway substation near Eastern University, reopening of the Vakarai substation, renovation of the Valachchenai bus stand, and measures to address staffing and bus shortages. He also sought development funding for rural roads and bridges, including the Narippulthottam–Pankudaveli bridge, and called for a safe boat service from Kinniyadi to Pirmaduwa Island. He further urged projects for Batticaloa urban development, lagoon dredging, sewage treatment, irrigation and drinking water supply, particularly for Paduvankarai, and requested an amicable resolution to the issue over removal of Archaeology Department signboards to prevent escalation. Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Transport, Highways, Ports, Civil Aviation, Urban Development, Construction and Housing InfrastructureEnvironment Read →
- 24 November 2025 AI summary Participating in the Committee Stage debate on allocations for the Ministries of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, and Urban Development, Construction and Housing, the Member raised district-level infrastructure concerns in Batticaloa. He specifically referred to matters relating to the Kiran Bridge and Pondugal Senai, indicating requests or issues to be addressed under the relevant ministry allocations. Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Transport, Highways, Ports, Civil Aviation, Urban Development, Construction and Housing InfrastructureLand & Housing Read →
- 22 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath addressed the Committee Stage debate on Health and Mass Media expenditure, welcoming the 2026 health allocation and recent provisions for cath labs, MRI, radiology services, and an Osusala branch in Batticaloa. He raised urgent concerns over Batticaloa District General Hospital, including an unsafe 80-year-old building, lack of space, proposed relocation of the adjacent prison, high bed occupancy, and the need for dedicated specialist wards. He also requested improvements for Valachchenai Base Hospital, ambulances for Thuraineelavanai and Paalimeenmadu, Suwaseriya service for Vellaveli, and action on shortages of consultants, nurses, minor staff, drivers, and indigenous medicine employment. He further asked that remaining eligible dengue eradication assistants be made permanent in line with government assurances. Debate: Committee Stage - Heads of Expenditure 111, 210, 211, 220 and 308 (Health and Mass Media) InfrastructureHealthcareEmployment Read →
- 20 November 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath requested an additional minute of speaking time from the Presiding Member. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 20 November 2025 AI summary Dr. Elayathamby Srinath welcomed the Budget allocations for the Ministry of Power and Energy and focused on electricity access issues in Batticaloa and other rural areas. He called for assistance schemes to reduce the cost of new connections for poor households, higher support for extension lines, faster provision of transformers and three-phase supply, and an upfront assessment process for SMEs. He also raised CEB staffing shortages in the Eastern Province, requesting priority for local recruitment, and asked that tariff issues for battery-backed solar and delays in rooftop solar approvals be reviewed to support renewable energy uptake and livelihoods. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate InfrastructureEmploymentAgriculture Read →
- 18 November 2025 AI summary Dr. Elayathamby Srinath urged the Government to ensure fair and just processes in relation to the Chemmani massacre, incidents in Trincomalee, and land release matters. He said support would be extended for Government action if it delivers justice equally to all and helps build better governance in the future. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Defence and Public Security Expenditure Heads Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →