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Sitting of Wednesday, 7 January 2026

10th Parliament· 16 debates· 176 speeches· 69 speakers

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  8. 8 Oral question Oral Question: Establishment of National Cadet Corps (Q.1635/2025) 7 speeches
    • ESTABLISHMENT OF NATIONAL CADET CORPS: OBJECTIVES

      AI summary Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera asked the Minister of Defence for details on the National Cadet Corps, including the establishing Act, its objectives, current numbers of cadet officers and Ministry of Education-released officers, and the number of participating schools and cadet units. He also requested information on whether and how the Corps’ activities are being modernized to meet current needs, and if not, the reasons for the lack of modernization.

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    • The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera - Deputy Minister of Defence JJB

      AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Defence, the Deputy Minister outlined provisions of the National Service and Reserve Forces Act, No. 40 of 1985, and provided current figures for the National Cadet Corps, including 3,092 Cadet Officers, 148 officers released by the Ministry of Education for active service, 2,256 participating schools, and 4,599 active cadet units. He stated that modernization measures have begun, including proposed amendments to the Act, revised training and assessment methods, expanded use of Rantembe and Mullaitivu camps, reduced cadet expenses, greater involvement of school teachers, resumption of the National Cadet Sports Tournament, and integration of technology into the curriculum.

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    • The Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera JJB

      AI summary Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera thanked the Deputy Minister of Defence for the response and noted the National Cadet Corps’ approximately 144-year history. He emphasized its role in developing school youth to better face future challenges.

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    • The Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera JJB

      AI summary Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera noted that teachers serving as Cadet Officers carry out year-round National Cadet Corps duties, including drills, training sessions, and camps, while also meeting their regular teaching responsibilities without special concessions. He asked what measures are being taken, in the current socio-economic context, to attract and retain teachers as Cadet Officers amid declining participation.

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    • The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera JJB

      AI summary Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera said measures have been proposed to address earlier issues affecting officer course trainees, including free uniforms, training equipment, and a maximum Rs. 1,000 camp allowance for those not in active service. He added that incentives such as foreign tours, advanced leadership training, periodic uniform provision, and improved camp infrastructure are being considered, with budgetary allocations arranged.

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    • The Hon. Ruwan Wijeweera JJB

      AI summary Ruwan Wijeweera asked the Deputy Minister what steps are being taken to facilitate the release of qualified Cadet Officers from the Ministry of Education for mobilization into active service with the National Cadet Corps or Tri-Forces. He noted that although a process exists for releasing teachers for cadet-related active service, many applicants are facing difficulties obtaining approval.

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    • The Hon. Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera JJB

      AI summary Major General (Rtd.) Aruna Jayasekera said the Government is considering how to address both the teacher shortage and recruitment needs of the National Cadet Corps. He stated that discussions are under way with the Secretaries to the Ministries of Education and Defence to develop a fair procedure for releasing some teachers and assigning new recruits. He also noted that amendments to the National Cadet Corps Act are being pursued to improve fairness in the process.

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