Hon. Kins Nelson, M.P.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB)· Polonnaruwa

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Speeches 114 #43 of 225·#15 in party

Attendance 6/8 days present (of recorded)

Speech history

114 speeches

11 September 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson rose on a point of personal reference, stating that his name had been mentioned in the debate. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or question was raised in the excerpt. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson disputed the Minister’s claim that no Opposition MPs were present during the adjournment debate. He stated that Opposition Members were present while both Ministers were speaking. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson requested the Speaker’s permission to respond, stating that otherwise the House could be misled or diverted from the issue under discussion. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson briefly requested time to respond, stating that they had listened to others and asking that his side also be given an opportunity to speak. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson briefly interjected to request a few seconds from Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe in order to clarify a point. No substantive policy issue, proposal, or legislative matter was raised in the excerpt. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson briefly referred to the adjournment motion brought by Rohana Bandara on the previous day. The extract provided does not contain further substantive remarks, proposals, or arguments. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson rose on a point of order during the sitting. No substantive issue or argument was recorded in the excerpt provided. National Audit (Amendment) Bill Second Reading and Supplementary Estimates Debate Parliamentary Procedure Read →
11 September 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson indicated that he was asking a question. No further details, subject matter, or policy context were provided in the speech excerpt. Oral Questions (Multiple Questions with Answers) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
10 September 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson questioned whether the Paddy Marketing Board had received adequate paddy under the Yala guaranteed prices, noting that only about 3,667 MT had reached PMB depots in Polonnaruwa and alleging that farmers were effectively forced to sell to private buyers. He argued that current production costs in Polonnaruwa are far above official estimates and that a fair procurement price for paddy would be around Rs. 170 per kilogram, citing increases in harvesting, fuel, and other costs despite lower urea prices. He called for timely inputs and water, special state bank credit to reduce farmers’ dependence on moneylenders, and measures to restore farmer confidence ahead of the Maha purchase, while also highlighting the added burden of human-elephant conflict. Adjournment Debate: Fair Guaranteed Price for Paddy Cost of LivingPublic FinanceAgriculture Read →
19 August 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson asked how the State will generate revenue from the 24 Trincomalee oil tanks leased to the CPC for refurbishment on a 50-year basis once refurbishment is completed. He also sought clarification on whether discussions are underway with foreign companies regarding the project. Oral Question: Petroleum Corporations and Companies (Q.5/623/2025) InfrastructurePublic Finance Read →
19 August 2025 AI summary Asked for details on the Sampur Solar Power Plant jointly developed by Sri Lanka and India, following the tariff framework signed on 1 April 2025. Specifically sought clarification on the benefits to Sri Lanka and the division of project ownership. Oral Question: Petroleum Corporations and Companies (Q.5/623/2025) Foreign AffairsInfrastructure Read →
25 July 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson formally raised a question in Parliament. No further details or context were provided in the speech. Oral Question: Import of Vehicles Under Duty-Free Permits (Q.508/2025) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
24 July 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson stated that despite raising an issue a month earlier regarding tanks in Polonnaruwa, no action had been taken and local unrest continued. He alleged that underground tanks and buildings had been removed although tenders were called only for two above-ground tanks, and noted that the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation claimed it was unaware of the underground tanks. Oral Question: Petroleum Storage Tanks in Cities (Q.9) Corruption & Governance ReformInfrastructure Read →
24 July 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson requested the Presiding Member’s permission to speak briefly for one minute. Oral Question: Petroleum Storage Tanks in Cities (Q.9) Parliamentary Procedure Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson questioned the Government on the funding timeline for upgrading Hingurakgoda (Minneriya) Airport to international status, noting the estimated Rs. 17 billion cost and the Rs. 2 billion allocated in 2024 for runway work. He asked whether annual capital allocations would remain at Rs. 2 billion, which would delay completion for about ten years, and requested details on the allocation in the current Budget and a firm completion date. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) InfrastructurePublic Finance Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson asked the Deputy Minister what steps are being taken to recover approximately Rs. 22 billion in embarkation levy owed by SriLankan Airlines to the Civil Aviation Authority. He noted that the levy is paid by passengers and constitutes government revenue rather than airline income. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Public Finance Read →
22 July 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson asked the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation to provide details on airlines operating services to Sri Lanka, including their number and names. He also requested separate figures for any outstanding amounts owed by each airline to Airports and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, and the measures planned to recover those dues. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Infrastructure Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson raised concerns over the removal of fuel storage tanks near the Kaduruwela railway station in Polonnaruwa, formerly used when fuel was transported by train. He stated that above-ground and underground tanks with substantial diesel and petrol capacity had been removed under a contract reportedly worth about Rs. 2.5 million, and questioned whether the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation was aware of the underground tanks. He tabled documents and photographs and requested a full investigation into the matter, citing potential loss to the Government. Oral Question: Ceylon Petroleum Corporation - New Refinery in Trincomalee (Q.Unspecified/2024) Public FinanceCorruption & Governance Reform Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson asked the Minister to clarify Sapugaskanda Refinery’s current output, noting that production is reportedly about 30,000 barrels per day despite a 50,000-barrel nameplate capacity, leaving around 70% of national demand to be met by imports. He specifically requested the daily product slate percentages for diesel, petrol, kerosene, aviation fuel, and furnace oil. Oral Question: Ceylon Petroleum Corporation - New Refinery in Trincomalee (Q.Unspecified/2024) Public FinanceInfrastructure Read →
20 June 2025 AI summary Kins Nelson asked the Minister of Energy to state when Cabinet directed the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation to explore establishing a new refinery in Trincomalee with an investor instead of upgrading Sapugaskanda. He also requested details of measures already taken and future plans for constructing the proposed Trincomalee refinery, or reasons if the information could not be provided. Oral Question: Ceylon Petroleum Corporation - New Refinery in Trincomalee (Q.Unspecified/2024) InfrastructureEnvironment Read →