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- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan DTNA AI summary Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Fisheries on fuel distribution for fishermen, emphasizing that unavailable or unaffordable fuel is undermining livelihoods, particularly among recovering small-scale fishing communities in the Vanni. He cited related issues of debt, inadequate infrastructure, climate impacts, and uneven access to existing kerosene subsidies. He urged an immediate fair fuel distribution mechanism, cooperative-based subsidized fuel purchasing, debt relief and financial assistance, and modernization of coastal infrastructure in Mannar, Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi and Jaffna. Standing Order 27(2) Questions - Leader of Opposition and Hon. Adaikkalanathan Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Hon. Anura Karunathilaka stated that a project is planned for completion within three years, with the issue expected to be resolved by around 2030. He said non-revenue water in Galle District is currently about 30 per cent, mainly due to ageing equipment and old pipelines, and that a programme, including World Bank-supported projects, is being implemented to reduce it to about 10 per cent. He added that these measures are expected to increase district water availability by about 20 per cent and provide interim relief. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Hon. Chanaka Madugoda asked whether the National Water Supply and Drainage Board could provide interim drinking water to affected areas while the longer-term project, expected to receive Budget funding in 2027, is implemented. He noted that completion could take a further three to four years and stressed that residents should not have to wait several more years for relief. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary The Minister stated that the drinking water project for the coastal tourism belt from Aluthgama to Habaraduwa is planned to commence in 2027 and is included in the 2026 priority document. He said approvals are being pursued through the NWSDB Board and the National Procurement Agency, but the project could not be included in the 2026 Budget due to the time needed for NPA approval procedures. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Chanaka Madugoda raised concerns about irregular water supply in Galle District, noting its impact on tourism, hoteliers, ten leading schools, and the general public. He asked whether the Government would provide a concrete solution through the upcoming Budget and sought a positive assurance from the Minister on future plans. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary The Minister stated that water supply interruptions in the Galle District are due to inadequate production capacity, with only 74,270 cubic metres available daily for 146,600 active connections after 30 per cent non-revenue water losses. He said the NWSDB has approved a Rs. 37 billion, 30,000 cubic metres per day treatment plant from the Hapugala intake, now before the National Procurement Agency, with foreign financing discussions under way and commencement expected in 2027. He added that an earlier 50,000 cubic litre tank project was halted during the 2021–2023 economic crisis, and that the new treatment plant is expected to address needs in coastal, adjacent, and some inland areas of Galle. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Chanaka Madugoda SLPP AI summary Hon. Chanaka Madugoda raised a question to the Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing regarding the acute shortage of drinking water in the Galle District. He asked what measures would be taken to address the shortage and sought clarification on the halted construction of a 50,000 cubic litre water tank at the Wakwella Water Pumping Station, including the reasons for stopping the project midway. Oral Question: Drinking Water Shortage - Galle District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage JJB AI summary Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage asked the Deputy Minister about people occupying and cultivating lands originally acquired for the Nilwala Project, particularly along the river reservation, after resale by original owners. He noted that many have lived there for 25 to 30 years and are now being asked by the Irrigation Department to vacate, and requested that a fair solution be provided for them. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that health services should be planned at district and regional cluster level, using resources in Kilinochchi and other Northern hospitals to benefit surrounding areas rather than concentrating development in a few facilities. He said specialized facilities in certain hospitals should be accessible to people across the province and adjacent districts, and that a discussion with the Regional Director is planned to address the issues raised. Oral Question: Mullaitivu and Mannar General Hospitals - Staff and Physical Resources Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran raised concerns that hospitals designated as Base Hospitals in Puthukudiyiruppu, Mankulam and Mallavi lack adequate staff and resources despite signage. He highlighted difficulties faced by pregnant mothers in areas such as Mallavi and Murikandy, who often have to travel to Mullaitivu or Kilinochchi hospitals due to insufficient services locally. He requested steps to bring hospitals in Mullaitivu District up to proper standards and asked whether the Government would ensure Mullaitivu and Mannar Districts are developed rather than left behind. Oral Question: Mullaitivu and Mannar General Hospitals - Staff and Physical Resources Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa - Minister of Health and Mass Media and Chief Government Whip JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the Government’s objective is to ensure equal access to quality health services, while noting that District General Hospitals have developed at different stages due to their administrative histories. He said Mullaitivu, Vavuniya, Kilinochchi and Mannar District General Hospitals are under Provincial Councils, but the Ministry is progressively providing staff, resources and externally assisted projects, including an Indian-funded Accident and Emergency complex at Mannar and a planned project for Mullaitivu, to improve parity. Oral Question: Mullaitivu and Mannar General Hospitals - Staff and Physical Resources Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe said Sri Lanka’s tourism has remained concentrated on coastal areas, with limited expansion into inland locations such as Gomaran Kadawala near Trincomalee. He stated that the Ministry is preparing provincial-level tourism plans to be completed within the year, which will inform a 10-year national tourism plan, with resources and action plans to be implemented through forthcoming Budgets. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked what support the Ministry, Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau could provide in the next Budget to diversify Trincomalee tourism beyond seasonal beach tourism. He outlined plans for ecotourism, rural tourism, agrotourism and religious tourism in areas such as Morawewa and Gomaran Kadawala, including youth cooperatives, homestay training, a tourism cooperative from Sweat Bay, and a tourism zone linked to Sooriyapura, Kanthale Ara and Kanthale tank. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe said lands previously held by the Tri-Forces are being progressively released after the war, while the Sweat Bay land remains subject to court proceedings. He stated that, once legal matters conclude, SLTDA lands will be opened for proposals for environmentally appropriate, sustainability-focused tourism projects involving local and foreign investors, and that discussions will be held with Defence authorities to release other suitable military-held lands for commercial tourism investment. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked what Budget plans would develop Sweat Bay and Marble Beach in Trincomalee as national tourism assets, noting that the district’s tourism growth accelerated after the war and was previously limited by security restrictions. He emphasized the need for development that also ensures benefits for local communities. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister, the Deputy Minister stated that the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority owns 632 acres, 3 roods and 5 perches of land in the Trincomalee District, including major extents at Kuchchaveli and Nilaveli. He said the lands face significant encroachment issues, with action being taken to remove unauthorized occupants, while tourism resort development plans, investor leases, approvals and calls for Expressions of Interest are proceeding. Regarding the 12-acre Sweat Bay land, he said Red Rock Beach/Dilmah is in occupation, no authorization has been given, and the Divisional Secretary’s notice to vacate is subject to a writ application before court. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister stated that the NBRO and relevant agencies are responsible for carrying out the required work, while the Ministry’s priority is to minimize harm to the school and ensure education continues. She said funds had been allocated to begin the work and provide alternative classrooms, and that the Ministry intervened during the year to expedite tasks that had been delayed for a long period. Oral Question: Three-Storey Building of Thelijjawila Central College, Matara - Renovation (Q.1083/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama raised concerns about the continuing disruption at Thelijjawila Central College in Matara following an incident on 03 October 2023. He noted that nearly two years later debris and earth had not been cleared, forcing Advanced Level classes to be held in museum spaces, and asked what obstacles had prevented even basic clearance work. Oral Question: Three-Storey Building of Thelijjawila Central College, Matara - Renovation (Q.1083/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya - Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education JJB AI summary The Prime Minister stated that, despite initial disruptions, educational activities are now continuing without interruption. She confirmed that renovation of the affected building depends on first addressing the risk of further slope failure, with the National Building Research Organisation carrying out slope-stabilization work. Technical evaluations are underway, the contract is expected to be awarded in October 2025, and completion is anticipated within six months, after which building renovation is planned for 2026. Oral Question: Three-Storey Building of Thelijjawila Central College, Matara - Renovation (Q.1083/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) L.M. Abeywickrama asked the Prime Minister and Minister of Education about the condition of the three-storey building at Thelijjawila Central College, Matara, which has been taken out of use after a mound of earth damaged two ground-floor classrooms. He noted that the building had housed 17 classrooms and key offices, causing disruption to school activities, and sought information on any recent renovation efforts, proposed repair measures, and steps to conserve the affected land. Oral Question: Three-Storey Building of Thelijjawila Central College, Matara - Renovation (Q.1083/2025) Read →