10th Parliament· 154 sittings on record · 30,475 speeches · latest 10 June 2026

The Hon. Ravindra Bandara

8 May 2026 ·Debate: Debate: Private Members' Motion P.50/2025 - Formulating a Methodology to Prevent Damage Caused by Pine Plantations to Water Sources

Environment
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Hon. Ravindra Bandara requested three minutes from his next speaking slot to continue his remarks. He emphasized the need for phased strip removal, soil recovery, and community-led restoration to restore hydrology and biodiversity.

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¶ 01 For continuity, may I take three minutes from my next speaking slot?

¶ 02 As I said, phased strip removal, soil recovery, and community‑led restoration are essential to re‑establish hydrology and biodiversity.

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Hansard, Friday, 8 May 2026 ·No. 23554 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Ravindra Bandara. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 8 May 2026. No. 23554. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/22794