Sitting of Tuesday, 7 October 2025
Source: Hansard PDF (parliament.lk) ↗ ·No. 22573 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
Order of business
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- 1 Opening Auditor-General's Report - Tabling and Printing 2 speeches
- 2 Papers Papers Presented - Annual Reports and Ministry Reports 5 speeches
- 3 Committee report Sectoral Oversight Committee Reports 2 speeches
- 4 Petitions Petitions Presented 6 speeches
- 5 Oral question Oral Question: Use of Plastic and Polythene - Minimization (Q.1/2025) 8 speeches
- 6 Oral question Oral Question: Three-Storey Building of Thelijjawila Central College, Matara - Renovation (Q.1083/2025) 5 speeches
- 7 Oral question Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) 7 speeches
- 8 Oral question Oral Question: Mullaitivu and Mannar General Hospitals - Staff and Physical Resources 7 speeches
- 9 Oral question Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District 9 speeches
- 10 Oral question Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District 6 speeches
- 11 Oral question Oral Question: Regional Ayurvedic Hospitals - Monaragala District 11 speeches
- 12 Oral question Oral Question: Transfer of Resources - Northern Province (Tabled Answer and Deferred Question) 4 speeches
- 13 Oral question Standing Order 27(2) Questions - Leader of Opposition and Hon. Adaikkalanathan 10 speeches
- The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition SJB
AI summary Under Standing Order 27(2), Sajith Premadasa sought detailed information on the Government’s economic and debt management position one year into the IMF-supported programme. He requested figures and projections on foreign reserves, public debt, debt servicing, GDP growth assumptions, export earnings, remittances, and foreign direct investment, including quarterly or multi-year breakdowns where relevant. He also questioned the abolition of the SVAT scheme from 1 October and asked for the impact assessment and supporting data, citing exporters’ concerns. Premadasa framed the questions as necessary ahead of the forthcoming Budget and in the context of Sri Lanka’s recovery from bankruptcy.
- The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB
AI summary The Minister indicated that, as the Minister of Finance was absent from the Chamber, responses to the Leader of the Opposition’s questions would be provided within the week.
Parliamentary Procedure Full speech → - The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan DTNA
AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Fisheries on fuel distribution for fishermen, emphasizing that unavailable or unaffordable fuel is undermining livelihoods, particularly among recovering small-scale fishing communities in the Vanni. He cited related issues of debt, inadequate infrastructure, climate impacts, and uneven access to existing kerosene subsidies. He urged an immediate fair fuel distribution mechanism, cooperative-based subsidized fuel purchasing, debt relief and financial assistance, and modernization of coastal infrastructure in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Jaffna.
- The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar - Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB
AI summary The Minister said the Government had reintroduced fuel subsidies for fishing communities after taking office, including monthly support for diesel and kerosene-powered boats over a six-month period, amounting to more than Rs. 2 billion. He noted that fuel prices are adjusted under the IMF cost-reflective pricing framework and invited Members to participate in a forthcoming parliamentary discussion on kerosene subsidies led by the Minister of Power and Energy. He also outlined fisheries development measures in the North and East, including distribution of Chinese-donated nets, installation of container homes, upgrades to Point Pedro and Myliddy harbours, restarting the Karainagar boatyard facility, and recruitment to address official shortages in the Eastern Province.
- The Hon. Speaker procedural
- The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar JJB
AI summary Government banks have begun implementing a concessional loan scheme, with details available through state banks and the relevant ministry. Measures are being taken to provide financial assistance to those engaged in production, agriculture, tourism, and fisheries, and to strengthen related institutions. The concerns raised by the Member were noted, with an assurance that appropriate action would be taken.
- The Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan DTNA
AI summary Asked the Minister whether the fuel subsidy, which was reportedly provided only to some beneficiaries the previous month, has now been rectified and extended to all eligible persons.
Public Finance Full speech → - The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar JJB
AI summary The Hon. Ramalingam Chandrasekar stated that the fuel subsidy has been discontinued, but other assistance schemes remain in place. He said many eligible persons had not received previous support due to incorrect bank account or address details, and invited them to resubmit accurate information to officials so the assistance can be provided.
- 14 Procedural Ministry Statement: Security of Former Presidents 2 speeches
- 15 Procedural Privilege Matter: Submission of False Information to Constitutional Council 27 speeches
- 16 Debate Debate: Convention Against Doping in Sport (Amendment) Bill - Second and Third Reading 70 speeches
- 17 Procedural Motion to Amend Standing Orders of Parliament 4 speeches
- 18 Adjournment Adjournment and Adjournment Questions 8 speeches