Hon. K. Ilankumaran, M.P.

Jathika Jana balawegaya (JJB)· Jaffna

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Speeches 22 #168 of 225·#106 in party

Attendance 5/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

22 speeches

20 February 2026 AI summary Hon. K. Ilangkumaran defended the Government’s coal procurement for the Norochcholai power plant, stating that tenders were called transparently with ten bidders and that the contract was awarded to the lowest bidder. He accused the Opposition of attempting to mislead the public over the procurement process and contrasted this with alleged past non-transparent coal import arrangements. He also emphasized the need to expand renewable energy, particularly solar and wind in the Northern Province, while meeting rising electricity demand, and cited improved corruption index rankings and growing support for the NPP Government, including in the North. Adjournment Motion: Issues Relating to the Power Sector (Coal Procurement for Norochcholai) Parliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance ReformEnvironment Read →
20 January 2026 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran outlined the Government’s continuation and expansion of Aswesuma welfare payments, including support for poor and very poor families, vulnerable households, elderly persons, persons with disabilities, CKD patients, and students in Jaffna. He said “at-risk” payments would continue until June 2026 and core benefits until 2027, while the Government’s longer-term aim was to reduce dependency through employment and economic growth. He also referred to recovery from bankruptcy, improving state enterprises, and plans for Northern Province development, including restarting the Paranthan Chemical Factory and promoting equitable development across communities. Debate - Aswesuma Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme Cost of LivingEmploymentEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
8 January 2026 AI summary K. Ilankumaran supported the Motor Traffic Act regulations, arguing that saliva and blood testing for drugs such as ice, “GO/GH,” and cannabis would help police prove drug-impaired driving and reduce road accidents, which he linked to alcohol and narcotics use. He also welcomed digitized fine payments through GovPay as a means to record offences and identify violation hotspots. Referring to the Northern Province, he connected road accidents and youth drug addiction to unemployment, illegal sand mining, and lack of industry, and highlighted government initiatives including restarting the Elephant Pass saltern, laying the foundation for the Paranthan Chemical Factory, improving island ferry and road facilities, establishing a Neduntivu fuel station, and creating economic centres. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Law & OrderEmploymentSecurity & Defence Read →
5 December 2025 AI summary K. Ilankumaran expressed condolences for deaths caused by Cyclone “Dissha” and reported that 16,918 families in Jaffna District and 8,778 families in Kilinochchi were affected, with shelters and relief measures arranged. He defended the Government’s response, stating that allocations were proportionate, emergency food and procurement decisions were expedited, and Rs. 25,000 was approved for affected students. He commended the President, the relevant Minister, officials and the tri-forces, while rejecting allegations of unequal treatment or misuse of relief funds and stating that foreign relief sent to his party office was distributed to affected people. Debate - Appropriation Bill 2026 Committee Stage: Budget Debate on Disaster Response and Government Allocations Public FinanceSecurity & DefenceEnvironment Read →
20 November 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran warned against political actors exploiting communal divisions and urged them not to reignite tensions that harm the public. He called for Tamil, Sinhala, and Muslim communities to work together for ethnic harmony and national development, contrasting such unity with divisive rhetoric. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate Ethnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
20 November 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran said Tamil culture places importance on integrity and responsibility, and criticized unnamed individuals for spreading confusion without self-clarity. He stated that such provocations would be ignored while continuing their work. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate Religion & Culture Read →
20 November 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran said the Government had improved power and fuel infrastructure in the Northern Province, including establishing oil storage at Kankesanthurai, preparing rail-based fuel transport, and setting up a fuel station in Neduntivu through the local Co-operative Society. He outlined renewable energy measures for island communities, including wind and solar installations in Nainativu, Analaitivu and Neduntivu, and said further wind farm approvals around Mannar would be restricted following public protests, with future projects directed to less populated areas such as Poonakary. He also referred to studies on electric fishing craft and the rollout of EV charging points, stating that these initiatives were part of the Government’s development approach for the North. Committee Stage: Appropriation Bill 2026 - Head 119 (Ministry of Energy) Cut Motion and Debate Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
14 November 2025 AI summary K. Ilangkumaran rose to pose a question to the House. No substantive issue, proposal, or policy matter was stated in the recorded excerpt. Oral Questions: Q.1-Q.5 (Questions stood down) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
8 November 2025 AI summary K. Ilankumaran raised a point of order in response to Hon. Shritharan mentioning his name in connection with a land issue. He signalled a procedural objection or clarification regarding that reference. Second Reading Debate: Appropriation Bill, 2026 Parliamentary Procedure Read →
8 October 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran said the Government had begun major development work in the North within the past five months, including urgent rehabilitation of the Vattuvagal bridge, initial works at the Nainativu jetty, and road improvements to support tourism. He argued that projects were being implemented transparently and without corruption, contrasting them with allegedly defective road works carried out under the previous Good Governance Government. He highlighted concerns over neglect of the Northern islands and higher goods prices there, citing a new fuel filling station in Neduntivu as part of efforts to address disparities. He also stated that increased funds would be allocated for the East in the next Budget and that development in the North and East would accelerate in the Government’s second year. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) InfrastructureEthnic Reconciliation & DevolutionCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
8 October 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran supported the Supplementary Estimate, arguing that unlike past governments which sought additional funds after inefficient use of allocations, the current Government is redirecting funds from stalled projects to alternative public-benefit purposes. He said allocations in the Northern Province are being used efficiently and noted that development work effectively began only about five months earlier, after the March Budget and the pause caused by local authority elections. Debate: Supplementary Sum - Head 117 - Programme 02 (Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation) Public Finance Read →
25 September 2025 AI summary K. Ilankumaran supported the Import and Export (Control) Act regulations, arguing that the NPP Government had maintained economic and exchange-rate stability despite Opposition predictions of shortages and currency depreciation. He highlighted tourism development in the North, including proposed zones in Poonakary and diaspora investment, as well as plans for a northern coconut cultivation programme with free saplings, fertilizer subsidies and per-acre support. He urged northern Opposition Members to support the Government’s development agenda and said those violating the law or reviving “old political culture” would be dealt with under the law. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Public FinanceAgricultureForeign Affairs Read →
22 August 2025 AI summary K. Ilankumar argued that human rights violations in Sri Lanka have historically been linked to efforts to gain or retain political power, citing the 1981 burning of the Jaffna Public Library, the 1982 Referendum, the 1983 pogrom, and later incidents affecting Tamils. He said failures and misuse of State machinery contributed to violence and insecurity, including misattribution of the Vavunativu police killings and failures preceding the Easter attacks. He stated that the current Government is working to strengthen democratic rights, allow institutions to function independently, and issue land titles in the North in Tamil, while alleging that some political actors are spreading fear and attempting to destabilize the Government. Adjournment Motion: Human Rights Issues Faced by the Tamil Community in the North, East and Hill Country Justice & Human RightsCorruption & Governance ReformEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
20 August 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran raised a point of order disputing claims that the Government is arresting people returning from India. He stated that returnees were produced before court according to law and released the same day, and urged Members not to spread information that could discourage people in India from returning. Debate: Samurdhi (Amendment) Bill, Rubber Control (Amendment) Bill, Sports Law Regulations, and Judicature Act Rules Parliamentary Procedure Read →
6 August 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran supported the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill, arguing that it protects CEB employees’ jobs, salaries and allowances while enabling private investment and strengthening the electricity sector to deliver lower tariffs. He said past mismanagement had burdened consumers and stated that the Government would pursue scientifically assessed renewable energy projects, including clarifying concerns over Mannar wind power with Vanni District MPs and the Minister. He also rejected allegations about the Minister’s Mannar visit and about the Justice Minister’s remarks on mass graves, saying the Government had funded excavations and would act through proper legal channels. Debate: Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading, Committee and Third Reading Public FinanceJustice & Human RightsInfrastructure Read →
6 June 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilangkumaran paid tribute to the late Hon. Mavai S. Senathirajah, highlighting his long involvement in Tamil politics from the TULF youth movement, his commitment to a non-violent political path, and his efforts toward Tamil unity and a just solution to the national question. He recalled Senathirajah’s parliamentary career, the 2001 attack during his campaign in which he was seriously injured, and his continued advocacy for power-sharing for the Tamil people. He concluded that leaders of Senathirajah’s calibre are needed again and expressed condolences. Debate: Votes of Condolence for Four Former MPs Ethnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
5 June 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran supported Hon. Kariapper’s motion on threats faced by deep-sea fishers, stating that armed gangs in fast boats steal their fish and nets during 12- to 20-day fishing trips. He said he and Hon. Kanthasamy Prabu had discussed the issue with the Minister, who had begun taking action, and urged the Government to identify, name, and prosecute the gangs with support from the Navy, STF, Police, and relevant Department. He also noted that the issue had been raised for many years and criticized attempts to disrupt the debate for personal publicity. Adjournment Motion: Prevention of Criminal Activities Affecting Livelihood of Fishermen of Ampara and Batticaloa Law & OrderSecurity & Defence Read →
5 June 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran responded to references made to him by Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna, rejecting allegations of inaction or self-interest. He stated that a committee of local shop owners and residents had been formed to improve the Jaffna bus stand area, including painting, cleaning, and installing CCTV cameras. He also criticized public claims made on YouTube and defended his work as focused on delivering for the Tamil people. Debate: National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading Law & OrderInfrastructure Read →
5 June 2025 AI summary K. Ilankumaran supported amendments to the National Transport Commission Act, stating that the Bill adds safety and quality regulation for school, three-wheeler, office and bus transport after 34 years without amendment. He highlighted recent and proposed transport improvements in Jaffna and the North, including the extension of the Jaffna-Colombo night train to Moratuwa, rehabilitation of rural roads and the Vattuvagal Bridge, freight rail to Kankesanthurai, a Northern fuel storage terminal, and possible rail-based fuel transport. He also called for restoration of the suspended 5.30 a.m. Jaffna train, improved maritime services and jetties for island communities, and better bus stand sanitation under the Clean Sri Lanka programme. Debate: National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill - Second Reading InfrastructureEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution Read →
22 May 2025 AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran supported regulations on vehicle imports, arguing that the removal of Luxury Tax for vehicles below Rs. 5 million would help ordinary buyers, support tourism, and contribute to foreign exchange earnings. He said the Government is prioritizing post-war development in the North through investments in roads, harbours, sports facilities, tourism, and land regularization, while pledging that private homes would not be seized and rightful ownership would be restored. He rejected allegations that the NPP is racist, cited past efforts on citizenship rights for Sri Lankan refugees in India, and called for an end to patronage and ethnic politics in favour of reconciliation and people-centred governance. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969 and Disposal of Property Act Resolutions Ethnic Reconciliation & DevolutionInfrastructureLand & Housing Read →