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Sitting of Wednesday, 12 March 2025

10th Parliament· 13 debates· 171 speeches· 79 speakers

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  6. 6 Oral question Oral Question: Scarcity of Coconuts and Archaeological Site Protection (Q.92/2024, Q.210/2024) 4 speeches
    • The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka (on behalf of the Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri) SJB

      AI summary A question was raised to the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure regarding the scarcity of coconuts under Question No. 2 - 92/2024. It sought information on the steps taken by the Ministry to minimize the shortage and address its impact.

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    • The Hon. K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna - Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure JJB

      AI summary The Minister tabled a written answer on the Northern Coconut Triangle project, stating that it began in 2023 in the Northern Province, has planted about 10,000 acres so far, and targets 50,000 acres by 2027 with expected production contributions by 2030. The answer set out objectives including increasing annual production by 135 million nuts, improving food security, raising export revenue by USD 70 million, supporting northern livelihoods, attracting investment, and promoting intercropping. It also detailed current coconut production and a range of short-, medium- and long-term measures, including controlled imports for re-export and oil production, concessional fertilizer and pest-control support, rehabilitation and replanting, irrigation, consumer supply through state channels, expansion into non-traditional areas, concessional industry finance, and preparation of sectoral strategic plans.

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    • The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka (on behalf of the Hon. Rohana Bandara) SJB

      AI summary Raised Question No. 4 (210/2024) to the Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs regarding the protection of sites of archaeological value. The query sought information or action from the Ministry on safeguarding such sites, with Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka presenting it on behalf of Hon. Rohana Bandara.

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Hiniduma Sunil Senevi - Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs JJB

      AI summary The Minister tabled a written answer stating that 5,085 archaeological sites have been identified, with the full list placed in the Library. He outlined protection measures including declarations under the Antiquities Ordinance, conservation and excavation work, regional maintenance arrangements, and public and school awareness programmes. The response noted that further details under part (b) were not applicable.

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