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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31 sittings · counts only, no scoring.
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Speech history
45 speeches- 1 March 2025 AI summary The member highlighted infrastructure and staffing deficiencies in courts in Batticaloa District, including delays in the Valaichenai court building, inadequate facilities in Eravur and Vakarai, and shortages of Registrars, and urged the Ministry of Justice to prioritize these under its Budget measures. He also raised severe overcrowding and sanitation issues at Batticaloa Prison and called for its long-term relocation and development of a proper prison complex. He requested an inquiry into alleged Forest Department actions against cultivators in Vakarai and called for justice for affected communities, while also noting the need for a mechanism to address wartime injustices affecting Tamil-speaking people. Committee of Supply: Ministry of Justice and National Integration (Head 110, Heads 228-236, Head 326) Justice & Human RightsInfrastructureLaw & Order Read →
- 6 February 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath raised North and East livelihood issues in the context of the IP Regulations, urging faster paddy procurement at controlled prices, temporary deployment of officers, increased storage capacity, and resolution of unavailable storage facilities including the Alayadivembu store. He requested flood mitigation and infrastructure measures, including rehabilitation of Kiran Bridge and priority for the Kithul–Rugam linkage, and called for stronger action against illegal fishing plus a new fishery harbour at Kaluwankeni. He also proposed reviving the Batticaloa paper mill, promoting cashew, coconut and agro-industry projects, addressing long-pending housing titles in Eravur, preventing police intimidation at civilian memorials, and developing a local economic model to reduce youth migration. Debate: Intellectual Property Act Regulations (Geographical Indications) InfrastructureAgricultureJustice & Human Rights Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath raised concerns about a proposed prawn farm in the Vakarai Divisional Secretariat Division, noting that it had been discussed at the District Coordinating Committee, with a feasibility study completed and thousands of acres allocated. He requested a re-study that considers the interests of local communities and asked for the involvement of the Minister of Environment in addressing the issue. Debate: Orders and Regulations (continued) AgricultureEnvironmentCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 8 January 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath raised several development and service delivery issues in Batticaloa District, including the need for more elephant fencing, wildlife stations and officers to address the human-elephant conflict. He requested health infrastructure for Batticaloa Teaching Hospital, including MRI and CT scanners, a cath lab, brachytherapy facilities, an Osusala, and possible future land for hospital expansion through relocation of the prison. He also urged action on the delayed Kithul–Rugam Reservoir Project, early Government paddy purchases at the guaranteed price, cleaning of Batticaloa Lagoon and improved drainage, and establishment of a Faculty of Law at Eastern University. Debate: Orders and Regulations (continued) EnvironmentHealthcareAgriculture Read →
- 6 December 2024 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Elayathamby Srinath welcomed the new Government’s commitments to honest, non-violent and corruption-free governance, but said it must also provide a clear position on a lasting political solution for the Tamil people, including protection of language rights, land rights, and self-determination. He referred to past discrimination, the effects of the war, and the need for support for female-headed families, persons with disabilities, and those who lost livelihoods. Representing Batticaloa, he called for unbiased development, especially in Paduvankarai, and for action on resource and land issues including alleged encroachment in Mayilathamadu–Madhavanai and ilmenite exploitation in Vakarai. He stated that raising these concerns was not anti-Sinhala or anti-national, and said his party was ready to work with the Government if it gives clear assurances on rights, justice, and development. Debate on Vote on Account for Ministry of Public Administration and Related Matters Land & HousingEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance Reform Read →