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Sitting of Friday, 9 January 2026

10th Parliament· 18 debates· 273 speeches· 51 speakers

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  6. 6 Oral question Oral Question: Bridge Reconstruction in Batticaloa (Q.5) 14 speeches
    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government whether the bridge between Periya Porativu and Palukamam in the Porativupattu Divisional Secretary’s Division of Batticaloa District requires reconstruction and whether residents face serious transport difficulties due to its condition. He sought a commitment on whether steps would be taken to reconstruct the bridge, or an explanation if not.

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    • The Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government

      AI summary The Minister stated that the Provincial Road Development Department has estimated Rs. 120 million for the reconstruction work and submitted it to the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation. He added that the Road Development Authority has already allocated Rs. 40 million to the Batticaloa District Secretariat to begin initial construction, while the remaining part of the question was not applicable.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam raised concerns about unresolved road and bridge issues in Batticaloa under Pradeshiya Sabha and Provincial Council responsibility. He noted the Minister’s reference to Rs. 40 million allocated through the RDA, but said requested works on bridges including Pattiruppu, Mandur–Kurumanveli, Ampilanthurai–Kurukkalmadam, Narippul Thottam, Magilavettuvan, and Kiran had not progressed. He asked the Government to coordinate with the RDA and clarify the plan and funding for improving transport links between Paduvankarai and Eravur Pattu.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam briefly stated that he was attempting to explain a matter to the Minister, implying that further discussion would be pointless without the Minister’s understanding or engagement.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam noted that Members only have the opportunity to ask Questions roughly once every four months. He stated that this matter had also been discussed at the Parliamentary Business Committee.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam objected to being interrupted while concluding a Question. He requested that he be allowed to finish without interruption.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam asked the Minister whether there is a work plan with the Road Development Authority to reconstruct the bridges in question. He also sought clarification on how funding for the reconstruction would be allocated.

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    • The Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government

      AI summary The Minister stated that while the main question had been answered, the additional roads and bridges raised reflect similar needs across many districts. He said the 2026 Budget includes substantial allocations for road development, and projects recommended through District Coordinating Committees can be considered for reconstruction.

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    • The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK

      AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam argued that Batticaloa’s geography, divided by lagoons and tanks, requires its bridges and roads to be treated as special infrastructure needs rather than ordinary projects. He cited unresolved works on Samalaiyadivettai Road and the Kakkachchivattai–Anaikattiyaveli stretch, noting that despite DDC resolutions, Cabinet submissions, and reported fund allocations, flood damage from 2024 and 2025 remained unaddressed. He questioned the administration’s effectiveness where allocated funds and repeated official approvals had still not led to completion of the works.

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    • The Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government

      AI summary The Minister stated that he had not previously received the specific details of the road-related issues raised. He said he is prepared to investigate and take necessary action, and affirmed the Government’s commitment to rehabilitating all roads that require attention.

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