The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran

Illankai Tamil Arasu Kadchi· Vanni· 17 February 2026 ·Debate: Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Debate

EducationEthnic Reconciliation & Devolution

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Over 1,656 Carnatic Music graduates are said to be available, with Mullaitivu able to meet its own staffing needs, but the current Gazette reportedly prevents their recruitment. The Prime Minister is urged to correct the allocation process quickly to prevent the Vanni from being disadvantaged.

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¶ 01 Please one more minute. Over 1,656 Karnatic Music graduates are available; Mullaitivu alone can fill its needs, yet the Gazette does not allow recruitment. Hon. Prime Minister, please ensure the Vanni is not continually deprived by unequal allocation. Rectify this swiftly. Thank you.

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Source: Hansard, Tuesday, 17 February 2026 ·No. 23279 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 17 February 2026. No. 23279. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/5873