The Hon. Aravinda Senarath

Jathika Jana balawegaya· Hambantota· 4 March 2026 ·Oral question: Oral Question: Irrigation Tanks and Cascade Systems in Vavuniya (Q.1406/2025)

Agriculture

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Issues with paddy purchasing in the North were raised in the Ministerial Advisory Committee, and it was stated that the Paddy Marketing Board has begun purchases despite local challenges. The Ministry will consider the request for faster action, ensure fairness to farmers, and provide further details to the Member.

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¶ 01 Hon. Member, issues with paddy purchasing in the North were discussed at the recent Ministerial Advisory Committee. The PMB has commenced purchases in the area amid several local challenges. We will ensure fairness to farmers and consider your request at the Ministry level for expeditious action, and provide you with details.

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Source: Hansard, Wednesday, 4 March 2026 ·No. 23360 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Aravinda Senarath. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 4 March 2026. No. 23360. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/13377