Hon. Gayan Janaka, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Puttalam

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Speeches 19 #179 of 225·#117 in party

Attendance 3/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

19 speeches

4 March 2026 AI summary The Hon. Gayan Janaka formally seconded the motion under consideration. The House agreed to the question, after which the Chair changed from Hon. Upul Kithsiri to Hon. (Prof.) Sena Nanayakkara. Debate: Microfinance and Credit Regulatory Authority Bill - Second Reading (Continued) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
5 February 2026 AI summary Asked the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development to provide details on Sri Lanka’s A, B, C and D grade roads, including the length of each category and the institutions responsible for their maintenance. He also requested information on road development projects initiated from 2015 to 2024, the kilometres developed, whether such projects included the Kurunegala District, the extent of roads built there, and the total expenditure. Oral Question: SLEAS Recruitment, Road Development, and Standing Order 27(2) Questions Parliamentary ProcedureInfrastructure Read →
6 January 2026 AI summary Asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism to explain delays in issuing passports to Sri Lankans overseas and whether affected applicants who missed urgent travel would receive compensation or priority processing. The question sought details on measures to expedite services, including digital or biometric methods, improved coordination between Immigration and Emigration officials and foreign missions, and mobile or on-site services in countries with large Sri Lankan communities. It also asked whether embassies would establish special units for urgent legal matters and what future steps would improve services for Sri Lankans abroad. Oral Question: Passport Issuance Delays for Sri Lankans Living Abroad (Q. relating to Hon. Gayan Janaka) Foreign Affairs Read →
25 November 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure about the waste of surplus palmyrah toddy due to the inactivity of the Jaffna Thikkam Distillery and sought details on steps to modernize and reactivate it. The question requested confirmation of Cabinet approval of Rs. 112.5 million in 2016, the project’s current progress, expected completion date, and anticipated benefits for toddy producers and co-operative societies in the Northern Province. It also sought information on plans to produce value-added products such as toddy juice and surgical spirits and on support projects for small-scale palmyrah suppliers and producers in the Northern and Eastern Provinces. Oral Question: Palmyrah Toddy Waste and Thikkam Distillery AgricultureInfrastructureEmployment Read →
15 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka argued that the Prime Minister’s Office exemplifies the government’s “new political culture” through reduced expenditure and stricter financial control. He cited reductions in the PMO Programme allocation from Rs. 630.83 million in 2024 to about Rs. 349 million in 2026, the disposal and reallocation of vehicles, lower fuel, maintenance, stationery and communication costs, and the return of 258 security officers to regular Police duties. He stated that these measures show more careful use of public funds while maintaining institutional functions. Debate: Committee Stage - Appropriation Bill 2026, Special Spending Units (Heads 1, 2, 4-11, 13, 16-25) Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
14 November 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka supported the 2026 Budget, arguing that the Government is restoring the economy after the 2022 bankruptcy caused by long-term macroeconomic, fiscal, structural, and governance failures. He said capital expenditure implementation had reached 58 per cent by 30 October and was expected to exceed 80 per cent by year-end, contrasting this with previous governments’ performance. He stated that the Government had stabilized macroeconomic fundamentals, recovered some losses from the crisis, targeted 7 per cent medium-term growth, and provided wage increases, scholarships, and social support. Debate: Second Reading of Appropriation Bill 2026 – Sixth Allotted Day Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
23 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka supported the proposal to eradicate drugs and organized crime through a national, collective effort, criticizing the Opposition for disrupting the debate. He cited recent seizure figures for narcotics, illicit pills, and illegal firearms to argue that the issue is a major national challenge with alleged historical political links. He said drug abuse is harming children, families, universities, professions, and religious institutions, and called for action to reduce supply and demand, rehabilitate affected youth, establish rehabilitation centres in every district, and mobilize religious leaders, civil society, and citizens under the President’s leadership. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Justice & Human RightsLaw & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
23 October 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka moved that Hon. Chanaka Madugoda take the Chair as the Presiding Member. Adjournment Debate: Organized Crime, Drug Trafficking and Nation Together Programme (Ratama Ekata) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 October 2025 AI summary On behalf of Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama, Hon. Gayan Janaka asked the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure whether oil palm cultivation and seed imports are legally prohibited, and what the Government’s policy is on oil palm cultivation and palm oil production. He also sought details on the annual cost of palm oil imports and the obstacles to resuming oil palm cultivation in Sri Lanka. Oral Question: Oil Palm Cultivation and Imports (Q.11/2025) Agriculture Read →
21 October 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Environment whether he is aware of claims that officials from the Department of Wildlife Conservation and the Department of Forest Conservation are obstructing religious activities at Pallakandal Church in the Puttalam District. He requested the reasons for any such obstruction, or an explanation if the Minister is not aware of the matter. Oral Question 12: Religious Activities in Wildlife Conservation Areas (Answer Tabled) EnvironmentReligion & Culture Read →
25 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka defended the Government’s first year in office, citing economic stabilization, improved revenue, higher exports, tourism arrivals, remittances, foreign investment, reserves, lower interest rates, and a stable exchange rate. He linked these outcomes to what he described as a new political culture, restoration of the rule of law, action against organized crime and narcotics, and the President’s international engagement, including at the UN General Assembly. Responding to Opposition concerns about debt repayments in 2028, he said the Government had begun the process of rebuilding the economy to meet those obligations. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Regulations for Vehicle Imports Corruption & Governance ReformForeign AffairsPublic Finance Read →
24 September 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation about the operational status of Maga Neguma, including which offices and industrial yards are functioning or have been closed. He specifically sought details on the Maga Neguma yard in the Anuradhapura, Kekirawa and Ganewalpola areas, including its condition, reasons for closure, available machinery and vehicles, their value, and whether they will be used for road development. He also requested clarification on any plan, basis, responsible institution and timeframe for taking over the centre if it is not to continue. Oral Questions 6, and continuing questions on Seeds, Tanks, and Immigration Infrastructure Read →
24 September 2025 AI summary On behalf of Hon. Roshan Akmeemana, Hon. Gayan Janaka formally asked a question in Parliament. No substantive details of the question are included in the excerpt. Oral Questions 6, and continuing questions on Seeds, Tanks, and Immigration Parliamentary Procedure Read →
21 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka defended the Government’s economic management, stating that vehicle imports had resumed in 2024/2025 after a five-year halt and that letters of credit worth US$1,378 million had been opened by 19 August. He said the Government had stabilized an economy it inherited 11 months earlier, citing IMF, World Bank and media assessments, and reported improved fiscal performance including revenue of Rs. 2,325 billion in the first two quarters of 2025 and a 32.3 per cent reduction in the budget deficit. He also highlighted increases in port profits, FDI, tourism earnings, remittances, exports, reserves and domestic investment, and urged public confidence in the Government’s economic programme. Debate: Customs Ordinance, Excise Regulation, Finance Act Order, and Construction Industry Development Act (Continued) EmploymentPublic FinanceForeign Affairs Read →
25 July 2025 AI summary Gayan Janaka, on behalf of Padmasiri Bandara, asked the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports about alleged unnecessary expenditure on a 2024 function at the national cricket stadium in Hingurakgoda, Polonnaruwa, and whether any investigation has been initiated. He also sought details on the Polonnaruwa national stadium, including construction costs, reported structural failures due to construction weaknesses, and proposed remedial measures. Second Round Oral Questions and Procedural Matters Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
25 February 2025 AI summary A petition was presented on behalf of Mr. W.W.A.A.C.W. Montilove of Pahatha Hantiniya, Old Land Road, Marawila. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
20 February 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka supported the Second Reading of the Government’s maiden Budget, arguing that it differs from previous Budgets by prioritizing concessions and relief for ordinary people rather than political interests. He said the Budget reflects proposals developed through public engagement and is part of a broader programme to rebuild the economy, link education with growth, and ensure citizens share in economic benefits. Responding to Opposition criticism, he asked for time for the new administration to implement its programme and said the Government would work to make the Budget’s proposals a reality. Budget Bill 2025 - Second Reading Debate Public FinanceCost of LivingCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
23 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka attributed Sri Lanka’s economic and agricultural difficulties to past corrupt administrations and noted that, despite over eight million people being involved in farming, agriculture contributed only 7.98 per cent to GDP in 2023. He said the Government is increasing the fertilizer subsidy to Rs. 25,000 with a Rs. 20 billion allocation, restoring Paddy Marketing Board storage and procurement with Rs. 5,000 million, and restarting production using Eppawala phosphate. He stated that these measures are intended to strengthen agriculture, improve food security, and restore Sri Lanka’s position as a major agricultural producer. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Related Economic Measures AgriculturePublic Finance Read →
23 January 2025 AI summary Hon. Gayan Janaka rejected Opposition criticism over rice shortages and prices, arguing that the new Government inherited a bankrupt country and a weakened Paddy Marketing Board with poor data on harvests and stocks. He said food security is a priority of the Government, and that after verifying unreliable official figures it identified a developing shortage requiring about 4,000 metric tons of rice per day. He stated that the Government decided to import rice to prevent shortages, with 167,000 metric tons already brought in and a further 8,000 metric tons arriving. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act and Related Economic Measures AgricultureCost of Living Read →