Topic
Infrastructure
2,546 speeches · 378 speakers
Party share
By the speaker's party · counts only, no scoring. "Unattributed" = speeches not resolved to an MP.
Most active on this topic
| # | Member | Speeches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hon. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB | 137 |
| 2 | Hon. Kumara Jayakody, M.P. JJB | 105 |
| 3 | Hon. Anura Karunathilaka, M.P. JJB | 83 |
| 4 | Hon. Ravi Karunanayake, M.P. NDF | 76 |
| 5 | Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe, M.P. JJB | 62 |
| 6 | Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam, M.P. ITAK | 47 |
| 7 | Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa, M.P. JJB | 46 |
| 8 | Hon. Ajith P. Perera, M.P. SJB | 43 |
| 9 | Hon. (Dr.) Prasanna Gunasena, M.P. JJB | 36 |
| 10 | Hon. Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, M.P. JJB | 34 |
Speeches
2,546 on this topic- 9 April 2026 Hon. P. Ruwan Senarath JJB AI summary Hon. P. Ruwan Senarath stated that there is no current obstacle to the operation of the Thoppur Sub-Divisional Secretariat, though it is affected by broader district-wide issues facing Divisional Secretariats in Trincomalee. He said the matter would be discussed further, with views received for future action, and that a scientific plan could be prepared to guide further steps while the office continues to function as a Sub-Divisional Secretariat. Oral Questions and Answers Read →
- 9 April 2026 Hon. Imran Maharoof SJB AI summary Hon. Imran Maharoof asked the Government to state whether and when the Thoppur Sub-Divisional Secretariat, initiated in 2007 and later made operational in an identified building, would be upgraded to a full Divisional Secretariat. He argued that the current Muttur Divisional Secretariat covers many Grama Niladhari Divisions, requiring residents to travel long distances for services, and that upgrading Thoppur would improve access for those communities. Oral Questions and Answers Read →
- 9 April 2026 Hon. Imran Maharoof SJB AI summary Hon. Imran Maharoof asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government about the status of the Thoppur Sub-Divisional Secretariat in Trincomalee District. He sought details on the number of Divisional Secretariats in the district, whether the Ministry is aware of public difficulties caused by Thoppur not being upgraded, the reasons for the delay, and whether steps will be taken to upgrade it to a full Divisional Secretariat. Oral Questions and Answers Read →
- 9 April 2026 Hon. K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna - Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure JJB AI summary The Minister stated that part of the plantation community still lives in line rooms, while others occupy houses built through government, institutional, foreign-assisted, or self-funded programmes. He said the Ministry’s Community Infrastructure Division and affiliated bodies are implementing housing and land-title measures, including preparing deeds for Indian Housing Programme houses and JEDB properties, and providing 10 perches per beneficiary to the Malayaha plantation Tamil community through relevant state plantation institutions. A detailed written answer was tabled. Oral Questions and Answers Read →
- 9 April 2026 Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa presented the Urban Development Authority’s Annual Report for 2021. He proposed referring the report to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development, and the House agreed. Papers Presented Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Abthul Wazeeth congratulated students who excelled in the recent G.C.E. (A/L) examination, including island-rank holders, university qualifiers, and students from Pottuvil and nearby areas, while also noting education achievements in the Thirukovil Zone and Eastern Province. He requested urgent Government action to supply urea, pesticides and fungicides for paddy cultivation in Pottuvil, and to develop the Radella Scheme by deepening the tank and establishing the anicut to expand cultivation. He also called for a science laboratory and assembly hall for Varipathanchenai Al-Ameen Maha Vidyalaya, repairs and public sanitation facilities at Kalmunai’s Old Kachcheri building, and geo-bag protection along the eastern coastal belt to prevent sea erosion. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Sundaralingam Pradeep - Deputy Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep said the Government was rebuilding the economy after the 2024 change of administration by reducing corruption, removing privileges for former office-holders, and expanding public relief amid the “Ditva” cyclone and global economic pressures. He highlighted Cabinet-approved Rs. 5 million housing assistance for cyclone-affected hill-country families, housing schemes for plantation communities, wage increases, Aswesuma allowance increases, fertilizer support for tea smallholders, and fuel relief for fishers. He also urged Tamil youth to apply for 7,500 police vacancies to improve Tamil-language public service delivery, and said the Government would continue development and relief measures despite Opposition criticism. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Arun Hemachandra - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment JJB AI summary Arun Hemachandra outlined Government relief measures following the “Ditva” cyclone, tabling official payment records and citing progress on grants for damaged homes, schoolchildren, temporary housing, livelihood losses, deaths, and full or partial housing damage. He rejected Opposition criticism as inaccurate and said compensation and recovery programmes were continuing despite subsequent Middle East tensions. He also welcomed the announced temporary ceasefire in the Middle East and expressed hope it would lead to lasting peace, while noting the President’s new relief package for SMEs, farmers, fishers, and low-income Aswesuma recipients. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Sugath Wasantha de Silva JJB AI summary Hon. Sugath Wasantha de Silva defended the Government’s relief measures, citing a Rs. 10 billion package for low-income and Aswesuma beneficiaries, inflation control, and previous disaster relief payments. He said the Government had strengthened supply chains through engagement with Russia, India and China amid global fuel concerns, and welcomed the reopening of the refurbished Pettah Central Bus Stand with accessibility features under the Clean Sri Lanka initiative. He called for a passenger-centric transport system, expansion and protection of low-floor buses and SLTB’s Metro unit, and enforcement of EPF/ETF obligations for private bus workers while criticizing opposition to public transport subsidies and worker support payments. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Upali Samarasingha - Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development JJB AI summary Upali Samarasingha argued that his movement has consistently acted in national crises, citing voluntary reconstruction after the tsunami, COVID-19 assistance, and recent disaster relief mobilization after “Didwa.” He criticized the Opposition for seeking political advantage from crises while maintaining that allegations of corruption should be pursued through courts and the Bribery Commission. He said the Government has reduced privileges, provided relief, managed fuel shortages without special treatment for MPs, supported agriculture and the Yala season, and continued construction and infrastructure work to help overcome the crisis. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Hon. Arjuna Sujeewa Senasinghe criticized the Government’s handling of fuel and electricity pricing, arguing that stated fuel reserves and global conditions did not justify recent price increases and citing comparative regional data and World Bank-related indicators on tariffs, food affordability and unemployment. He alleged failures and irregularities in coal procurement, referring to an Auditor General’s report, tender manipulation, substandard coal and large financial losses, and warned that delays in coal imports and non-payment to renewable power producers could trigger a major electricity crisis. He urged the Government to reduce fuel prices if supplies were secure, investigate procurement fraud rather than minor offenders, and address rising production costs, farmer difficulties and inadequate relief for affected communities. Adjournment Debate: Mitigate the Impact of Middle Eastern War on Sri Lanka's Economy Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake questioned the Minister of Finance on modernizing Sri Lanka’s foreign exchange and payment systems to better support tourism, digital services, freelancers, startups and SMEs. He sought details on recognized hard currencies, barriers to using currencies such as the Indian Rupee, Chinese Yuan, Japanese Yen and Russian Ruble, foreign exchange spreads and profits, and the limited availability of platforms such as PayPal, Wise and Skrill for inward receipts. He also asked about regulation of cryptocurrency activity and raised concerns over an alleged NDB fraud and the Central Bank’s supervisory response. Standing Order 27(2) Question: Digital Payment Platforms in Foreign Exchange Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Prasanna Gunasena - Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, the Deputy Minister tabled details on a road carpeting programme, stating that by 28 February 2026, 776.25 km had been completed out of 324 awarded road packages totalling 1,021 km, with 167 roads completed and 157 under construction. He also provided Galle District progress figures for four contract lots, reporting 50.13 km completed at a cost of Rs. 940.51 million, with physical progress between 80 and 93.99 per cent. He stated that there had been no delay in commencing the project, that works were continuing according to contract timelines, and that time extensions for two lots were under evaluation under contract conditions. Oral Question: Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project (Q.5/1655/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka (on behalf of the Hon. Chanaka Madugoda) SJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development to provide details on the Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project, including its commencement date, total road lengths developed, district-wise road names and expenditure, and unfinished works. The question also sought Galle District-specific information on project commencement, completed road lengths and spending, current progress, reasons for delays, and the expected completion date. Oral Question: Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project (Q.5/1655/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran raised concerns about severe postal delays in Mullaitivu District, noting that a postal transaction vehicle provided under the “North’s Spring” programme was withdrawn during COVID-19 and has not been restored. He said mail conveyance now depends on buses, causing even local ordinary, registered, or express post to take at least three days. He asked whether at least one dedicated postal vehicle could be restored to Mullaitivu this year to ensure parity in postal services. Oral Question: Mulliyawalai Post Office (Q.1/1318/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Kaushalya Ariyarathne - Deputy Minister of Mass Media JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said the Government is systematically releasing lands in the North and expects the relevant land to be released by July, noting that surveys have begun and earlier building and site plans are available. She stated that the Ministry would then seek to proceed quickly with a permanent office, including exploring construction next year. She also noted that 18 new post office buildings and 211 renovations had been completed islandwide in recent years at a cost of Rs. 1,200 million, with further construction and maintenance planned. Oral Question: Mulliyawalai Post Office (Q.1/1318/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran stated that a post office serving around 22 Grama Niladhari divisions from Kepapulavu to Kumuzhamunai has operated from rented premises for nearly 40 years despite land being surveyed in 1986 and plans being prepared. He said the unused land remains under Army control and asked the Deputy Minister to intervene to secure its release within the year so that construction of the post office can begin. Oral Question: Mulliyawalai Post Office (Q.1/1318/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Kaushalya Ariyarathne - Deputy Minister of Mass Media JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, the Deputy Minister stated that the Mulliyawalai Post Office is operating in a rented private building and that its reserved land remains within an Army security fence, with an oral assurance of release by July 2026. She provided details of 24 Northern Province post offices operating in rented premises and their monthly rents as of January 2026. She said action is being taken to reacquire the Mulliyawalai land for the Postal Department, but no 2026 Budget allocation has been made because the land has not yet been formally released; construction funding may be considered in 2027 once it is cleared. Oral Question: Mulliyawalai Post Office (Q.1/1318/2025) Read →
- 8 April 2026 The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran asked the Minister of Health and Mass Media about the Mulliyawalai Post Office in Mullaitivu, noting that it has operated in a rented building since its inception and that the land allocated for it is currently under the Sri Lanka Army. He requested district-wise details of post offices in the Northern Province functioning in private buildings and their monthly rents, as well as the Government’s plans, including any 2026 Budget allocation, to construct a permanent building for the Mulliyawalai Post Office. Oral Question: Mulliyawalai Post Office (Q.1/1318/2025) Read →
- 7 April 2026 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning JJB AI summary Minister Anil Jayantha said the Government had achieved macroeconomic stability by 2025 despite major shocks, including the “8962” cyclone and global war-related disruptions affecting energy and fertilizer, and had provided relief through fiscal discipline, a Rs. 500 billion supplementary allocation, use of Budget reserves, and adjustments to other expenditure heads rather than a new Budget. He said targeted allocations would cushion vulnerable groups and that details of funding adjustments would be presented to Parliament. On the Strategic Development Projects Act regulations, he said amendments would make incentives more rule-based, using criteria such as foreign exchange inflows, job creation, technology transfer, and infrastructure development. He added that projects would undergo independent cost-benefit and socio-cultural assessment before approval and periodic review afterward, including possible termination if targets are not met. Debate: Social Security Contribution Levy (Amendment) Bill and Related Orders - Continuation (Post-Lunch) Read →