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Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana, M.P.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)· Gampaha

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Speeches 101 #46 of 225·#17 in party
Attendance 2/8 days present (of recorded)
Top topic Parliamentary Procedure 36 speeches
Last spoke 20 May 2026 in Adjournment

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101 speeches
  • 26 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana raised a Point of Order responding to remarks by Hon. Lakmali Hemachandra, arguing that her reference to crimes more serious than the 320/323 container incident effectively acknowledged the incident as a crime. He called for investigations and demanded that the House be informed whether weapons were brought in, by whom, and where they are, describing the matter as a grave threat to innocent lives. Adjournment Debate: Fourth Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Law & OrderParliamentary ProcedureJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 26 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana criticised the Government over unfulfilled pledges on the Central Bank bond issue, the Easter Sunday attacks, and anti-corruption, highlighting the case of 323 red-notice containers and calling it a major corruption concern requiring accountability. He objected to the handling of a proposed No-Confidence Motion against a Deputy Minister, said Members’ privileges had been curtailed, and stated that complaints would be made to the Inter-Parliamentary Union and Commonwealth Parliamentary Association. He also urged the Government not to weaken dental education at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, requested disclosure of the parliamentary canteen inspection report, and called for stronger protection, guidance, and social support for children. Adjournment Debate: Fourth Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Parliamentary ProcedureCorruption & Governance ReformJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 26 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana indicated that the second supplementary question would be asked by Hon. Nalin Bandara Jayamaha, addressing the Minister. Oral Question: Container Release from Colombo Port (Q.1/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 26 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana referred to earlier container congestion and an alleged large-scale fraud involving 320 containers, noting that a report led by the President had been presented to Parliament. He asked whether the report’s recommendations are being implemented and whether those responsible are being prosecuted, in the context of the Government’s mandate to address theft and corruption. Oral Question: Container Release from Colombo Port (Q.1/2025) Corruption & Governance ReformLaw & Order Read →
  • 12 September 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana explained that his delay was due to an issue at the gate and requested additional time to ask supplementary questions. Oral Question: E-Visa Fraud Forensic Audit (Q.2 Second Round/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 21 August 2025 AI summary Asked whether loan concessions for rooftop solar introduced during the Yahapalana Government could be reintroduced. He noted that high battery costs make it difficult for households to store daytime solar power for use at night and sought renewed financial support to address this barrier. Oral Question: Strengthening Power Supply Stability (Q.735/2025) Public FinanceEnvironment Read →
  • 21 August 2025 AI summary Asked whether electricity generated through thermal power is more expensive per unit than electricity generated through solar panels. The question sought clarification on the comparative cost of thermal generation versus solar power. Oral Question: Strengthening Power Supply Stability (Q.735/2025) Environment Read →
  • 21 August 2025 AI summary Renewable energy development was highlighted as essential to reducing reliance on costly thermal power and easing high electricity bills for consumers. A request was made to restore the earlier, higher purchase price for rooftop solar units to incentivize additional capacity and provide household economic relief. Clarification was also sought on a matter reported in The Sunday Times. Oral Question: Strengthening Power Supply Stability (Q.735/2025) EnvironmentPublic Finance Read →
  • 21 August 2025 AI summary Dr. Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana asked the Minister of Energy whether the Government was aware of the islandwide power outage on 9 February 2025. He requested details of the short-term and long-term measures taken after the outage to strengthen the stability of Sri Lanka’s power supply network, and, if no such action had been taken or awareness existed, the reasons for that. Oral Question: Strengthening Power Supply Stability (Q.735/2025) Infrastructure Read →
  • 19 August 2025 AI summary Hon. Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana supported the need to regulate gambling but criticized the Government for having previously opposed casinos and related industries while now advancing regulation. He argued that tourism policy is inconsistent, citing restrictions on water sports, nightlife and live music, and said tourism-dependent communities such as Negombo continue to suffer from debt after the Easter attacks and COVID-19. He further questioned the Government’s claims of economic recovery, saying increased revenue is mainly from taxation while public protests continue, hospitals lack supplies, and vehicle permits for doctors remain unresolved despite large-scale vehicle imports. Debate: Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill, Public Debt Management Act Regulations, and Foreign Exchange Act Regulations EmploymentLaw & OrderCost of Living Read →
  • 6 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana briefly indicated that Hon. Ajith P. Perera would ask the second supplementary question. No substantive policy position, proposal, or argument was made. Oral Question: Ceylon Electricity Board Power Cut Decision (Q.1/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
  • 6 August 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana raised concerns about a near 24-hour national power blackout and questioned the official explanation, noting a committee had reportedly attributed it to irregularities in the frequency control system of the Victoria generator rather than an animal-related incident. He asked the Minister to state the committee’s recommendations and whether they had been implemented. Oral Question: Ceylon Electricity Board Power Cut Decision (Q.1/2025) Infrastructure Read →
  • 6 August 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Energy whether he was aware of the Ceylon Electricity Board’s decision to impose an islandwide power cut on 10 February 2025. He requested the reasons for that decision and details of measures to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply in the future. Oral Question: Ceylon Electricity Board Power Cut Decision (Q.1/2025) Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
  • 24 July 2025 AI summary (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana raised concern over severe coastal pollution from Mount Lavinia to Negombo, including waste discharge into the sea in a key fishing area. He asked what measures are being taken to protect and clean the coastline, and how the Government is intervening to resolve outstanding issues related to the environmental damage from the X-Press Pearl disaster, while compensating affected fishers. Oral Question: Mount Lavinia Coastal Belt Project (Q.3) EnvironmentLaw & Order Read →
  • 24 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana thanked the Deputy Minister for the response and highlighted that Sri Lanka’s coastline is environmentally sensitive and important for tourism. He raised concern that small coastal businesses in the south, including coconut sellers and surfing-related livelihoods, are being removed, and requested a programme that balances coastal protection with safeguarding local livelihoods and the tourism economy. Oral Question: Mount Lavinia Coastal Belt Project (Q.3) EmploymentEnvironment Read →
  • 24 July 2025 AI summary Asked the Minister of Environment to provide details on the artificial coastal belt project in Mount Lavinia, including its commencement date, objectives, and expenditure to date. He also sought clarification on whether the project has been halted midway and what measures the Ministry plans to take regarding its future activities. Oral Question: Mount Lavinia Coastal Belt Project (Q.3) Public FinanceEnvironment Read →
  • 23 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana linked the Companies (Amendment) Bill to the need to protect investment, exports and GSP+ access, while urging vigilance against terrorism financing and illicit business proceeds, citing the Easter attacks. He raised concerns over public security after a shooting in Marawila, and questioned delays by the NMRA in registering locally produced pharmaceuticals for export, arguing that export earnings are needed for future debt servicing. He also called for renewed accountability over the Easter attacks, referred to alleged intelligence failures and disclosures made in the House, and said the Deputy Minister of Defence should resign or be removed if relevant allegations are substantiated. He rejected claims that the Catholic Church requested leave for named investigators, warning against attributing false positions to the Church. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Security & DefenceForeign AffairsJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 9 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana questioned the reliability of the DNA testing related to Sara Jasmine, noting that only one of three tests identified her and asking why the Government could not conduct another test. Referring to the Easter Sunday attacks, he urged consideration of the National Catholic Committee for Justice to Easter Sunday Attack Victims’ document, called for an independent international investigation, and requested implementation of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry recommendations. He said the Government had a duty to provide justice to the victims and at minimum disclose who was responsible. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Justice & Human RightsSecurity & Defence Read →
  • 9 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana questioned delays in investigations into alleged figures and incidents connected to the Easter Sunday attacks, including references to “Abuhind,” Jameel, Asad Maulana, “Sale,” Army intelligence officers, and Sara Jasmine. He asked why statements given to the Presidential Commission and claims made in the Channel 4 programme had not led to completed investigations, reports to Parliament, or arrests. He demanded that relevant officials be questioned and suggested sending an official team to France if Asad Maulana could not be brought to Sri Lanka. Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Corruption & Governance ReformLaw & OrderJustice & Human Rights Read →
  • 9 July 2025 AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana seconded the Motion and called for an update on investigations into the Easter Sunday attacks, noting President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s pledge to ensure justice. He asked what recommendations of the Presidential Commission report had been implemented during the Government’s ten months in office and requested that at least one implemented recommendation be tabled. He also questioned whether requests from the National Catholic Committee for Justice to Easter Sunday Attack Victims had been considered, and sought transparent reporting to Parliament on specific investigative leads, including the FBI-provided IP address, the release of an individual despite military concerns, and inquiries relating to “Matale Saharan.” Adjournment Debate: Easter Sunday Terrorist Attacks (21 April 2019) Security & DefenceLaw & OrderJustice & Human Rights Read →