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Sitting of Friday, 20 February 2026

10th Parliament· 14 debates· 213 speeches· 51 speakers

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  7. 7 Oral question Oral Question: Drug Raids and Asset Seizures (Q.1649/2025) 12 speeches
    • The Hon. Ravindra Bandara

      AI summary Hon. Ravindra Bandara asked the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs to provide details on drug enforcement operations conducted since 21 September 2024. He requested separate information on quantities of illegal drugs seized, numbers of suspects arrested, the value and quantity of assets linked to drug trafficking and organized crime that were seized or suspended, and the names of the owners of those assets.

      Public FinanceLaw & Order Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala - Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs JJB

      AI summary From 21 September 2024 to 26 January 2026, the Minister reported drug seizure and arrest figures, including 1,468.061 kg of heroin with 1,829 suspects and 9,486.100 kg of cannabis/“Kerala Ganja” with 829 suspects, alongside other categories such as ICE/methamphetamine. He stated that detailed tabulations are provided in Annexes 03 to 28, with the comprehensive annex tabled and placed in the Library. He added that part (b) of the question does not arise.

      Law & Order Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ravindra Bandara

      AI summary Ravindra Bandara asked for immediate disclosure, under items (a)(ii) and (a)(iii), of the total value of seized or suspended assets and the names of their owners, stating that the information would be useful to the House.

      Corruption & Governance Reform Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB

      AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala provided a detailed list of individuals whose assets had been suspended or frozen in connection with narcotics and organized crime investigations. He identified properties, vehicles, boats, bank accounts and cash holdings, with stated values ranging from under Rs. 1 million to hundreds of millions of rupees, including cases where valuation was still pending. He said the listed assets had been deactivated or frozen accordingly as part of the relevant enforcement action.

      Justice & Human RightsLaw & Order Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ravindra Bandara

      AI summary Asked what demand-reduction measures are being implemented alongside supply-side drug enforcement efforts. He requested information on the progress achieved in reducing drug demand.

      Law & Order Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB

      AI summary Hon. Ananda Wijepala outlined the Government’s programme to address drug supply and demand, including raids by the Tri-Forces, Police and STF and a multi-level structure from the National Council for Drug Control to village-level Public Security Committees. He said traffickers and distributors are being arrested, while users are directed to rehabilitation and treatment rather than incarceration. He detailed the expansion of rehabilitation services, including district centres, halfway homes, a women’s centre, and trained counsellors to assess appropriate treatment pathways.

      Law & OrderPublic FinanceHealthcare Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ravindra Bandara

      AI summary Hon. Ravindra Bandara asked for an update on investigations into alleged links among the underworld, narcotics networks, and politics. Referring to the arrest of “Podda” Padme and others, he specifically sought the current progress regarding any political connections uncovered.

      Law & OrderCorruption & Governance Reform Full speech →
    • The Hon. Ananda Wijepala JJB

      AI summary Following the arrest of “Podda” Padme and several underworld figures, investigations are continuing, including examination of about 30 mobile phones. Information from devices and statements suggests links between the suspects and certain politicians, into whom investigations have begun with statements being recorded. A comprehensive statement is to be made after the investigations conclude.

      Law & OrderCorruption & Governance Reform Full speech →
    • The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri SJB

      AI summary Chaminda Wijesiri raised a Point of Order under Standing Order 92(2)(b), alleging that the Minister of Justice misled the Speaker by claiming that individual case details were not relevant. He argued that the question at issue specifically concerned cases and challenged the Minister’s response as deceptive.

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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika JJB

      AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Najith Indika argued that the matter raised did not constitute a valid point of order, as it concerned the manner in which the Minister answered and Hon. Ajith P. Perera’s engagement. He stated that this was an issue between those Members and should not be treated as a procedural objection before the House.

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    • The Hon. Speaker procedural
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    • The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB

      AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that current controversy could have been avoided if cases from the 2015–2020 period had been properly prosecuted. He also requested order in the House so he could read out answers, and asked Hon. Ajith P. Perera to be seated.

      Justice & Human RightsParliamentary Procedure Full speech →