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Sitting of Tuesday, 3 June 2025

10th Parliament· 23 debates· 181 speeches· 56 speakers

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  8. 8 Oral question Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) 5 speeches
    • The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti - Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB

      AI summary The Minister answered Question 791/2025 on Welangolla Estate, stating that 17 acres and 32.19 perches of government land at Hamuge Watta have been allocated for the Ridibendigalla Industrial Park, with initial work underway. The land has been assigned to Ritz Clothing (Pvt) Ltd. for a garment-related industry expected to create 1,135 jobs. He added that idle lands are being identified at Divisional Secretariat level for future industrial allocation and requested Members’ support.

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    • The Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB

      AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake noted the uneven distribution of large-scale industries and industrial parks within Kurunegala District, citing established sites in Habarana, Mawathagama, Pannala, Kiriwavula, and Thulhiriya while areas such as Nikaweratiya, Yapahuwa, Galgamuwa, and Iriyapola lack such facilities. He asked whether the proposed industrial park near Yapahuwa is being developed by a single private investor or by a consortium.

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    • The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti JJB

      AI summary Hon. Sunil Handunnetti stated that the proposed park is currently linked to a single applicant investor, while labour recruitment and worker transport remain major constraints in the area. He said these issues discourage larger investors, but discussions with chambers are underway to attract further investment, and proposed District Industrial Promotion Boards could help identify investors and address the problem.

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    • The Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB

      AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake raised concerns about the traditional clay industry, noting that artisans face difficulties obtaining clay, particularly from areas near tanks. He said a recent circular had created legal obstacles and asked whether the Government would resolve these issues and facilitate the continuation of the industry.

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    • The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti JJB

      AI summary Clay extraction permits are issued by Divisional Secretaries, while transport permits are handled separately through the National Crafts Council. The speech clarifies that registered artisans and associations obtain transport permits via the Council after receiving extraction approval at the local administrative level.

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