Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P.
Profession: Attorney-at-Law
Speeches 320 #13 of 225·#5 in party
Attendance 8/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 157 speeches
Last spoke 9 June 2026 in Debate
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92 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
320 speeches- 9 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera stated that the Police and the National Child Protection Authority should not wait for formal complaints before acting, as regulations allow investigations to begin based on available information. He supported the Prime Minister’s proposal for a protocol on reporting and investigation, arguing that the burden to initiate action should not fall on victims or their families and that prompt action is required. Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Matters of Urgent Public Importance Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Read →
- 9 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera presented three public petitions to Parliament on behalf of A.T.B. de Silva of Kuda Waskaduwa, H.F.F. Fasmia of Welipenna, and Sunil Withana Arachchi of Mattegoda. No substantive policy issue or debate was raised in the statement. Petitions Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera argued that, regardless of any wrongdoing or punishment involving the Member concerned, a privilege issue submitted to the Secretary-General should be allowed to be raised in the House. He said the matter could then be referred to the relevant Committee, and if the original letter was not received, the Member should be cautioned to resubmit it so the issue can be concluded procedurally. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) - IMF Conditions and Privilege Matters Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised a Point of Order after being named, arguing that consent for a supplementary question can be given verbally or by conduct. He contended that, after the first supplementary question was asked without objection, Hon. Ravi Karunanayake was effectively permitted to ask the second, despite later claims that only one question was intended. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) - IMF Conditions and Privilege Matters Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised a procedural point on parliamentary questioning, stating that the Member who asks an original question is entitled to two supplementary questions. He argued that another Member may ask a supplementary only with the original Member’s consent, citing this as established practice in both Government and Opposition contexts. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) - IMF Conditions and Privilege Matters Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera raised concerns that high electricity tariffs are burdening consumers, increasing the cost of living, and putting pressure on industries. He questioned whether a further tariff increase was being driven by IMF agreement conditions, asking whether the Government retains control over tariff policy and how it intends to restore such control while protecting national sovereignty. Oral Question: Prevention of Delay in Ending Civil Court Cases (Q.133/2024) Public FinanceCost of Living Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked whether the Government had called or issued any new tenders or licences for wind power since taking office, particularly after withdrawing from the initial MOU-related Adani project. He noted Sri Lanka’s significant onshore and offshore wind potential in areas such as Mannar and Pooneryn and argued that faster renewable energy deployment could lower tariffs and improve energy security. He requested details on the sites, capacities, and timelines being prepared for competitive tenders. Oral Question: Prevention of Delay in Ending Civil Court Cases (Q.133/2024) InfrastructureEnvironmentPublic Finance Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Energy to provide details on Sri Lanka’s wind power stations, including their number, construction commencement years, installed capacities, and the annual energy supplied to the National Grid from 2022 to 2024 by each station. He also sought information on measures taken to promote wind power generation in the country. Oral Question: Prevention of Delay in Ending Civil Court Cases (Q.133/2024) Public FinanceEnvironmentInfrastructure Read →
- 8 May 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera objected procedurally, stating that the member had asked only one supplementary question. Oral Question: Prevention of Delay in Ending Civil Court Cases (Q.133/2024) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 April 2025 AI summary With the Minister’s leave, Ajith P. Perera noted that rooftop solar capacity is not limited to residential houses but also includes large industrial premises. He cited factories such as Brandix and MAS Holdings, where rooftop installations can exceed 1 MW individually and reach around 50 MW across multiple facilities. Adjournment Motion: Renewable Energy Policy and Rooftop Solar InfrastructureEnvironment Read →
- 9 April 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera disputed the Minister’s claim that he had presented an incorrect Cabinet Paper, citing Confidential Cabinet Memorandum No. 25/0472/825/030 dated 18 March 2025. He stated that he had obtained and tabled the document, and said he would take responsibility if it proved to be wrong, while maintaining that the memorandum had been sent by the Ministry. Adjournment Motion: Renewable Energy Policy and Rooftop Solar Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera rose on a Point of Order. No substantive argument, question, or proposal is contained in the recorded speech. Adjournment Motion: Renewable Energy Policy and Rooftop Solar Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 9 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera moved an adjournment motion urging the Government to promote renewable energy, particularly solar power, and to suspend measures that discourage solar additions to the grid. He argued that rooftop and ground-mounted solar have added about 1,700 MW through substantial private investment, but alleged that CEB, LECO, and Cabinet Paper No. 36/2025/8 are slowing approvals and reducing incentives using grid imbalance concerns as justification. He called for technical solutions such as grid upgrades, storage, improved controls, accelerated ADB-supported transmission enhancements, and resolution of delays in projects such as the 100 MW Siyambalanduwa solar plant, while warning of risks to investor confidence and about 40,000 sector jobs. Adjournment Motion: Renewable Energy Policy and Rooftop Solar InfrastructureEnvironmentPublic Finance Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera briefly challenged an assertion or implication made in the debate, stating that others could not know whether the relevant action had been taken or not. No specific policy proposal, demand, or legislative issue was elaborated in the provided remark. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera began referring to matters during the previous Government but was interrupted before making a substantive point. No specific argument, proposal, or question is recorded in the available excerpt. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera indicated he was attempting to respond, but no substantive argument, proposal, or question was recorded in the provided excerpt. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera rose on a point of order. No substantive argument, proposal, or question is contained in the provided excerpt. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Parliamentary Procedure Read →
- 8 April 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera supported the Proceeds of Crime Bill in principle, describing it as a mechanism to recover property proven to be derived from criminal conduct and restore it to the State or victims, while recalling earlier asset-recovery initiatives begun after 2015. He raised concerns about potential constitutional tension in Clause 4 on retrospective application and punishment, and urged clarification at Committee Stage. He proposed safeguards including prior judicial authorization for Police-issued property notices under Clause 68, clearer thresholds for investigations under Clause 97, stronger governance for restrained assets and the Victim Compensation Trust Fund, and correction of discrepancies between the Sinhala and English texts. Debate: Proceeds of Crime Bill – Second Reading Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera argued that Sri Lanka should not procure power from Adani at 8.26 US cents per unit and should instead use competitive procedures for wind and solar energy procurement. He said there would be no objection to purchases around 5 US cents if achieved through a competitive process. Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage (Twenty-sixth Day) and Third Reading InfrastructurePublic Finance Read →
- 21 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera briefly objected to an action by the Speaker, asking him not to proceed in that manner. No specific issue, proposal, or legislative context was stated in the remark. Question by Private Notice: Power Generation Policy Parliamentary Procedure Read →