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- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy highlighted the continuing social, economic and psychological impacts of war on civilians, including poverty, inflation and displacement. He proposed village-level employment and cottage industries based on local resources, implemented through relevant ministries with MPs’ support. He requested the Universities of Jaffna and Vavuniya to submit project proposals to the Government, stating that he would seek Budget funding to train rural communities and create stable incomes. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy urged modernization of the Sea-Nor boat and gear facilities in Karainagar and Gurunagar, with Government and foreign partner funding, and called for fish processing and value-addition factories in the North to improve fishermen’s incomes. He highlighted the damage caused by illegal Indian bottom trawling in northern waters, citing large daily and annual losses to local fishers, environmental destruction, and reduced fish stocks, and asked for action to protect livelihoods and increase fish production. He also raised concerns about malnutrition and multidimensional vulnerability in the North, linking improved fisheries to better protein intake, GDP, and foreign exchange. On social security, he noted vulnerable groups affected by war, poverty, disability, addiction, and female-headed households, called for fairer “Aswesuma” beneficiary selection, and requested stronger social protection, infrastructure, and support for small entrepreneurs. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Kathiravelu Shanmugam Kugathasan ITAK AI summary Hon. Kathiravelu Shanmugam Kugathasan argued that the 2025 Budget allocation for fisheries is insufficient, particularly the reduced capital allocation, given the dependence of Trincomalee and the Eastern Province on the sector. He called for stronger action against Indian trawlers, dynamiting, small-mesh nets and especially purse seine fishing, proposing a full ban and joint monitoring teams with fishermen. He urged government intervention over alleged land encroachment by the Raigam salt project affecting inland fishers, strengthening of fishermen’s cooperatives, ice plants, value addition, completion of Oluvil harbour, concessional credit and multiday fishing centres. He also requested housing support for fishers and assistance for aquaculture through free fingerlings and development of inland water bodies in Trincomalee. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna questioned apparent inconsistencies in reported allocations for fisheries infrastructure in the Northern Province. He asked for clarification on the Myliddy fisheries harbour funding and handover status, and on whether the 2025 allocation for the Northern Province fisheries industry was Rs. 465 million or included the Rs. 500 million cited for Kurikattuwan jetty works at the District Coordinating Committee meeting. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage Continued: Heads 124, 151, 331 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Rathna Gamage - Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister outlined the Government’s fisheries programme under the 2025 Budget, noting an increased allocation of Rs. 11.44 billion plus Rs. 3 billion for fuel relief, with Rs. 863 million already disbursed under a Rs. 25-per-litre subsidy scheme. He said the Ministry is introducing a coordinated central-provincial administrative framework, expanding and rectifying harbour facilities, addressing ice monopolies, reducing post-harvest losses through new technology, and expanding fish distribution through Ceylon Fisheries Corporation outlets, Sathosa and Co-op Cities. He also highlighted measures for the North, inland fisheries under NAQDA’s “Reservoirs to Factories” concept, and proposed reforms to fisher insurance and institutional debts inherited by the Fisheries Corporation. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage: Heads 124, 216, 331, 151 and 290 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Dilip Wedaarachchi SJB AI summary Hon. Dilip Wedaarachchi supported returning “Ocean Resources” to the Fisheries Ministry and proposed placing the Ocean University under it, arguing that Sri Lanka needs a dedicated institution and plan to develop ocean-based sectors sustainably. He criticized the 2025 Budget for insufficient support to fisheries, especially fuel relief, and proposed subsidized diesel through fisheries harbour outlets, alongside concessionary loans to refit laid-up multi-day vessels. He also called for a boat ambulance and rescue service, resumed upgrading of fish landing sites, consultation-based redrafting of fisheries law amendments, and rehabilitation of stalled or deteriorated harbour and anchorage projects including Rekawa, Marawila/Matallae, and Kirinda. Appropriation Bill, 2025 – Committee Stage: Heads 124, 216, 331, 151 and 290 Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) A.-H.M.H. Abayarathna AI summary The Minister acknowledged that the lack of fire service units is an issue not only in Mannar but in other parts of the country as well. He said earlier requests from local authorities could not be funded by the Treasury due to the economic situation, so the Government is seeking external assistance. Discussions with Korea are underway for material, technical and capacity-building support, while World Bank-funded proposals worth Rs. 60.5 million have been prepared for fire units in Mullaitivu and Mannar, with further action being taken by the Northern Provincial administration. Oral Question: Fire Service Units in Mannar (Q.27(2)/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan DTNA AI summary Under Standing Order 27(2), Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan asked the relevant Minister to address the absence of fire service units in Mullaitivu and Mannar. He said fire engines currently have to come from Jaffna or Vavuniya, causing delays and property damage, and requested the Government to establish fire brigade divisions in both districts. Oral Question: Fire Service Units in Mannar (Q.27(2)/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary Clarified that compensation matters fall under the National Water Supply and Drainage Board rather than the Department of Irrigation, and suggested inquiries be directed to the NWSDB. Proposed convening a joint discussion with all relevant parties to resolve the issue. Oral Question: Nilwala River Salinity Barrier - Farmer Compensation (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister stated that although the river falls under the Department of Irrigation, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board led the approval and construction of the salinity barrier, with the Department granting construction approval. He acknowledged technical problems causing hardship to local residents and said a technical evaluation report was being delayed. He proposed an urgent meeting involving the Minister, the Water Supply and Drainage Board, and the Department of Irrigation to identify immediate remedial actions, with the Board taking the lead and the Department of Irrigation providing support. Oral Question: Nilwala River Salinity Barrier - Farmer Compensation (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama JJB AI summary Prof. L.M. Abeywickrama raised concerns over prolonged flooding in the Matara District, which he attributed to the design and location of a salinity barrier built across the Nilwala River between 2018 and 2022. He said the barrier obstructed river flow, caused siltation, damaged crops and trees, created socio-economic hardship, and led to high diesel costs for pumping floodwater. He also questioned the handling of technical studies, alleging a conflict of interest and delays despite earlier university reports, and asked the Deputy Minister of Irrigation to intervene urgently to resolve the issue. Oral Question: Nilwala River Salinity Barrier - Farmer Compensation (Q.5/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Authority over the matter rests with the District Secretary, and title deeds for NHDA housing projects can only be issued after beneficiaries complete the required payments, which may take up to 30 years. The Minister stated that many deeds are currently being processed, but in the specific case raised, neither the NHDA nor the Ministry can intervene, and recommended that it be discussed and decided at the District Development Committee. Oral Question: Cey-Nor Housing Scheme, Batticaloa (Q.2/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam raised concerns about residents in the Batticaloa Municipal Council area, including within Urban Development Authority limits and NHDA-built housing, lacking title deeds. He asked the Minister of Fisheries to coordinate with relevant Ministers on a cross-ministerial plan to resolve these land title issues, citing an example where eight acres had been granted for a training centre linked to former DDC Co-Chair Chandrakanthan alias Pilleyan while ordinary residents remained without deeds. Oral Question: Cey-Nor Housing Scheme, Batticaloa (Q.2/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary NHDA’s role in the project was limited to providing technical support, while implementation fell under the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources. It was stated that the matter is outside the Ministry’s purview, and a proposal was made to appoint a committee through the District Secretary and Divisional Secretary to proceed further. Oral Question: Cey-Nor Housing Scheme, Batticaloa (Q.2/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Plans are under way to identify 100 tourist attractions and allocate about Rs. 10 million per site to provide basic facilities and develop them as tourism products. Under the Clean Sri Lanka programme, rest centres for tourists are proposed, while social welfare measures for tourism sector workers, including a contributory pension scheme, are planned for the year. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary Asked the Government to state a concrete timeframe and measures for promoting tourism nationally, noting that demand has increased while supply-side facilities remain inadequate. He specifically questioned whether time-bound steps, including support similar to earlier refinance loan schemes for hotel developers, would be introduced to develop the industry and assist new entrants. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Funds have been allocated to develop the identified site as a tourist attraction following a study. The required work includes providing an access road, electricity supply, and landscaping. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi questioned the Deputy Minister about a tourism-related construction project near the Madunagala hot springs, noting that the site had fallen into disrepair despite similar central and provincial funding claims seen elsewhere. He asked whether a feasibility study had been conducted and urged the Government to determine whether the site could be made productive by providing basic infrastructure such as roads and electricity, or whether the project should be abandoned. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister, responding on behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, provided expenditure and status details on tourism-related facilities, including a foot massage centre built at a cost of Rs. 2.13 million and facilities at Madunagala costing over Rs. 35 million. He stated that a planned heart revival centre had not been established, but the building would be partitioned in 2025 for a Ruhunu Tourist Bureau souvenir and gem sales centre and tourist activities. He also noted that the Madunagala rural bazaar is in ruins and that Rs. 42 million has been allocated in 2025 for road improvements, beautification, and electricity supply to sustain the site as a tourist attraction. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →
- 5 March 2025 The Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi SJB AI summary Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism for details on the current status of the Madunagala Tourist Project initiated by the Ruhunu Tourist Bureau. He sought expenditure figures for the unfinished heart revival centre, cafeteria, restroom, dining hall, tourist bungalow and rural bazaar, and asked whether the Minister was aware of their reported disrepair. He also requested the Government’s planned steps to complete, repair, or re-implement the project. Oral Question: Madunagala Tourist Project (Q.1/2025) Read →