10th Parliament· 154 sittings on record · 30,475 speeches · latest 10 June 2026

Sitting of Thursday, 23 October 2025

10th Parliament· 23 debates· 182 speeches· 59 speakers

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  1. 10 Oral question Oral Question: Endenirigama Railway Platform Renovation (Q.8/2025) 2 speeches
    • The Hon. Lieutenant Commander (Rtd.) Prageeth Madhuranga JJB

      AI summary Asked the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development for details on the 2018 renovation of the Enderamulla railway platform and buildings on the Colombo–Rambukkana main line. He sought information on project expenditure, procurement compliance, the contractor, technical and supervisory institutions, whether the unsafe third platform and dilapidated main building were included, and whether the project achieved its objectives.

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Prasanna Gunasena JJB

      AI summary The Minister provided answers on a railway platform-height improvement project, stating that Rs. 28,342,878.39 was spent, Royal Constructions (Pvt) Ltd. was the contractor, relevant agencies were consulted, and the objective of easing passenger boarding had been achieved. Responding to a further question on train cancellations, he said ageing rolling stock, delays in obtaining spare parts, and procurement complexities were key constraints. He stated that procurement had begun for five new power sets, though delivery would take about two to two-and-a-half years after ordering, and that 162 train drivers were being recruited following Cabinet approval with appointments expected by the end of November.

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