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The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Badulla· 18 December 2024 ·Oral question: Oral Questions (Questions 1–10)

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The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri questioned an apparent inconsistency regarding locomotive availability and train delays. He said the written answer implied there was sufficient engine capacity, while the oral clarification indicated a need for about 72 locomotives, and urged that the House not be misled or diverted.

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¶ 01 My question was about engine sufficiency causing delays. The written answer suggests sufficiency, but your oral clarification says we need about 72 locomotives. Please avoid diverting the House.

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Hansard, Wednesday, 18 December 2024 ·No. 1735286612086554 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 18 December 2024. No. 1735286612086554. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/12047