The Hon. Rathna Gamage
Hon. Rathna Gamage said the Budget significantly increases the Environment Ministry allocation to Rs. 16.7 billion, compared with about Rs. 8.6-8.7 billion in the previous two years, to support nature and animal welfare. He contrasted this with a reduction in the President’s Vote from Rs. 6.6 billion to Rs. 2.98 billion, arguing that cuts at the top reflect the Government’s political approach and fiscal priorities. He urged public support for the Budget’s plan to rebuild the country.
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Machine-translated from Sinhala / Tamil / English¶ 01 Hon. Presiding Member, likewise, the Environment Ministry allocation has been significantly increased: from Rs. 8.6 billion (2023) and Rs. 8.7 billion (2024) to Rs. 16.7 billion—doubling—to foster love for nature and animals. Why such increases? Because of the example from the top. Look at the President’s Vote: this time Rs. 2.98 billion compared to Rs. 6.6 billion last year—clear cuts at the top and within the ruling party. This is our political ethos. This Budget has a model plan and a correct vision—true in both form and substance. We invite the people to join us to rebuild the country.
¶ 02 Thank you.
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