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Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)· Kalutara

Profession: Attorney-at-Law

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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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320 speeches
  • 21 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister to state what steps the Ministry has taken to date on the matter under discussion. Oral Question No. 3 - 276/2024: Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 21 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to act on its election policy commitment to legislate for medically confirmed severe fetal abnormalities, noting that similar reforms have long been discussed but not enacted. He argued that, given the Government’s two-thirds mandate and the President’s election on this platform, Parliament should move decisively and in line with international standards rather than prolong consultations. He asked why the Government was “going in circles” despite the 2012 detailed report and public approval of the policy. Oral Question No. 3 - 276/2024: Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy HealthcareJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 21 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Justice and National Integration what action has been taken to implement the 2012 Law Commission proposals on “Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy,” as promised in the “A Thriving Nation - A Beautiful Life” Policy Statement. He also sought reasons for any delay in expediting new legislation on the matter, and asked why action had not been taken if no steps had been initiated. Oral Question No. 3 - 276/2024: Safe Medical Termination of Pregnancy HealthcareJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 20 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera distinguished the proposed Milleniya BOI Zone in the Bandaragama electorate from the UDA project at Millawa, Horana, noting that even officials confuse the two. He argued that around 500 acres, including 244 acres already vested, have been prepared for an investment zone, but progress is being obstructed by leasehold claims held by Horana Plantations. He urged the Government and Prime Minister to prioritize industrial and business development in Kalutara, attract investors in line with the Budget’s investment zone proposals, and avoid relying primarily on taxation while productive land remains unused. Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading Corruption & Governance ReformPublic FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 20 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera opposed the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill, arguing that increased taxation would discourage IT-sector entrepreneurs and undermine earlier government commitments to support investment and local enterprise. He also raised concerns over the stalled Milleniya Investment Promotion Zone, stating that substantial public funds had already been spent, land had been acquired and infrastructure initiated, yet the BOI was still turning away investors citing lack of suitable land. He alleged that attempts were being made to cancel the acquisition and return the land to Horana Plantations PLC due to private interests, and urged senior Ministers to ensure the project proceeds as a strategic investment hub for Kalutara District. Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading EmploymentPublic FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 17 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to act swiftly on its election pledge to introduce a new Constitution abolishing the Executive Presidency, restoring a parliamentary system, and creating a new electoral system subject to referendum. He said the Opposition supports the process and argued that the Government’s parliamentary strength and broad public mandate make the present moment suitable, but criticized the absence of a road map, funding, expert committee, or official response from the President or Ministers. He proposed establishing an all-party Constitutional Drafting Assembly, appointing constitutional law experts, allocating necessary resources, and completing drafting and adoption within one year. Adjournment Motion: Necessity of Drafting a New Constitution Corruption & Governance ReformParliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 14 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera requested that a relevant letter cited by the Minister be placed in the Library. He argued for transparent, competitive tenders for renewable energy projects, particularly wind and solar opportunities in Mannar and the Northern seas, noting that competition could secure lower prices while maintaining good relations with India. He questioned why the Government was not swiftly calling fresh tenders and tenders for remaining tracts through simple and transparent procurement processes. Oral Questions and Answers EnvironmentPublic FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 14 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera questioned the Government’s characterization of the Adani energy project as a government-to-government agreement, arguing that India and Adani should not be treated as the same entity under the Electricity Act. He referred to election pledges to cancel the agreement and claimed that competitive bidding could have secured a lower electricity price than the reported USD cents 8.26 per unit. He also asked the Minister to disclose the contents of Adani’s written notification regarding its reported withdrawal from the project, citing its national importance. Oral Questions and Answers Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 14 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised Question 155/2024 seeking details of the Government’s agreement with the Adani Group on solar and wind power generation. He requested information on the terms of the agreement, pricing or tariff arrangements, project scope, implementation status, and any related approvals or procurement procedures. Oral Questions and Answers EnvironmentForeign AffairsInfrastructure Read →
  • 11 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera called for accelerated implementation of key digital governance reforms, noting that the Personal Data Protection Act is not yet fully operational and urging urgent passage of a long-delayed Cybersecurity law. He proposed modernizing tax collection through automated digital assessment, citing Finland’s model, and urged completion of the National Data and Identity Interoperability Platform to enable secure identity verification and information exchange across public and private institutions. He also argued that ICTA’s current institutional model should be replaced and called for rapid scaling of court automation to reduce delays, improve evidence management, and support investor confidence in contract enforcement. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Debate (Heads 186, 196, 227) Public FinanceForeign AffairsInfrastructure Read →
  • 10 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to introduce English-medium education in all secondary schools, noting that English is constitutionally recognized as the link language and is essential for advancement in fields such as IT, law, medicine and commerce. He proposed a phased rollout beginning from Grade 6, supported by surveys, teacher training, investment, and use of English-proficient graduates and existing teachers. He said the Opposition would support the initiative, citing the historical role of English-medium Central Colleges in enabling social mobility and arguing that stronger English education could help reduce poverty and improve national competitiveness. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Seventeenth Allotted Day – Committee Stage Education Read →
  • 10 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera argued that Sri Lanka’s free education tradition, associated with C.W.W. Kannangara, originally included both equality of access and strong English-medium opportunities through Central Colleges and bilingual schools. He said English proficiency has become a decisive factor in employment, higher education and professional advancement, contributing to demand for international schools and English streams in national schools. He proposed making primary education available in the mother tongue while introducing compulsory dual-medium English education from the secondary level in every school. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Seventeenth Allotted Day – Committee Stage Public FinanceEducation Read →
  • 5 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera expressed the Opposition’s support, including that of Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, for implementing long-pending approved proposals and policy commitments on the rights of persons with disabilities. He also conveyed regret over a distressing incident involving the Deputy Chairperson and said the Opposition would work cooperatively to protect equal rights and address the specific needs of persons with disabilities. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331 Justice & Human RightsWomen & Children Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera questioned the quorum in the House, asking how many of the 159 Members were present at that moment. The intervention appears to be a procedural point concerning attendance during proceedings. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera, having moved a Cut, stated that Opposition Members had participated in the debate and remained until concluding their speeches. He said he was awaiting the Minister’s responses to the questions raised, adding that the adequacy of those questions was for the Minister to address. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera cautioned that the matter concerns a multi-billion-dollar sector and should be handled with proper procedure. He indicated no objection to the relevant party’s knowledge or commitment, but emphasized the need to proceed correctly. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Public Finance Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera raised concern that the Deputy Minister of Finance had previously given a different position regarding an updating process. He stated that he had asked the Deputy Minister the same question and sought clarification on the discrepancy. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Public Finance Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to convene all energy sector stakeholders and follow due process before launching the updated national energy policy. He stated that, to his knowledge, the formal process for introducing the policy had not yet begun. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Public Finance Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera stated that Sri Lanka’s national energy policy is a gazetted legal document, originally adopted in 2008 and updated in 2019, and argued that any new government energy policy must follow the required legal process. He urged that it be prepared under the relevant Act, approved by Cabinet, and submitted to Parliament so it becomes a national policy rather than a party document, which he said is important for disciplined implementation and investor confidence. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Public FinanceParliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 3 March 2025 AI summary Ajith P. Perera urged the relevant Minister to review the Ministry’s work carefully, asserting that no action or progress had taken place. The remark functioned as a brief criticism or demand for accountability regarding the Ministry’s performance. Committee Stage Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Corruption & Governance Reform Read →