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- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake raised concerns over the Companies Registrar’s malfunctioning online system, questioning vendor arrangements and urging a stable, scalable platform to restore faster company registration and improve ease of doing business. He also warned that proposed Foreign Exchange Act and Companies Act provisions on outward investment limits and beneficial ownership could deter foreign investors if applied impractically. He called for more economically rational policies on renewable energy, LNG procurement, trade agreements, market access, para-tariffs, and infrastructure project delays, arguing that economic management should be driven by cost, investment, and competitiveness rather than political considerations. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Wasantha Samarasinghe briefly referred to the existence of fourteen economic centres. No further argument, proposal, or question is provided in the excerpt. Debate: Companies (Amendment) Bill – Second Reading Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan ITAK AI summary Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question on delays in rehabilitating Kankesanthurai Port, noting its historical role and potential to expand trade with India, tourism, exports and foreign exchange for the Northern and Eastern Provinces. He asked why work has not begun despite a reported US$65 million Indian grant and a completed Environmental Impact Assessment, and whether inter-departmental issues over environmental approvals are causing the delay. He sought details on government plans for the port, the expected commencement and completion dates of rehabilitation, and the timeline for starting shipping services. Procedural: Standing Order 27(2) – Kankesanthurai Port Renovation Delay Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Dammika Patabendi JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Dammika Patabendi said he would personally inspect the matter in coordination with the Coast Conservation Department. He committed to preparing a prompt action plan and stated that maximum intervention would be made to resolve the issue. Oral Question: Sea Erosion in Puttalam District (Q.9/2025 – 956/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Ajith Gihan JJB AI summary Hon. Ajith Gihan raised concerns about worsening coastal erosion along the Puttalam stretch from Modaragam Aru through Wilpattu to Mannar, citing damage to fishing communities, homes, harbours, boat landing areas, and traditional shore-based activities. He said existing protections, including the Chilaw rock revetment, are being overtopped and requested urgent funding, a ministerial site visit, and the creation of a rock stockpile for rapid response during erosion events. Oral Question: Sea Erosion in Puttalam District (Q.9/2025 – 956/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Dammika Patabendi - Minister of Environment JJB AI summary The Minister of Environment responded to a question on coastal erosion in Puttalam District, identifying affected areas including Iranavila, Ambakandavila, Ilanthadiya, Alankuda, Kudaawa, Kandakkuliya and Karukapane, with erosion worsened by monsoons and storms and affecting property, livelihoods and access routes. He stated that while beach nourishment using deep-sea sand is the preferred scientific solution, current economic constraints have led to priority being given to lower-cost coastal protection structures. He outlined ongoing and planned 2025 works amounting to Rs. 62.5 million and proposed 2026 works amounting to Rs. 73 million, including revetments, groynes and emergency protection measures in several locations. Oral Question: Sea Erosion in Puttalam District (Q.9/2025 – 956/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Ajith Gihan JJB AI summary Hon. Ajith Gihan asked the Minister of Environment whether he is aware of severe sea erosion along the Puttalam District coast, including loss of land, property and religious statues. He noted prior interventions by coastal conservation authorities but alleged inadequate funding by previous governments, and requested details of measures being taken to prevent further erosion in the district. Oral Question: Sea Erosion in Puttalam District (Q.9/2025 – 956/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. T.K. Jayasundara JJB AI summary Hon. T.K. Jayasundara raised concerns about idle lands and the need to use them for future industrial and agricultural development. He asked what plans exist for proper land utilization and management, whether procedures will be centralized, and whether a district-wise roadmap will be provided. Oral Question: Transfer of LRC Lands to Private Individuals (Q.7/2025 – 869/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. T.K. Jayasundara JJB AI summary Hon. T.K. Jayasundara asked about designating the broader southern wet zone ecosystem, including areas in Galle and Matara such as Kanneliya, Sinharaja, and Hiniduma, as one tourism zone under a single administrative framework. He requested clarification from the Tourism Ministry on the process for gazetting the entire cross-district area as a tourism zone. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe JJB AI summary A Southern Tourism Agency has been established to coordinate tourism activities in the Southern Province, and related projects are being carried out with its involvement. The member proposed consulting the agency and other stakeholders on whether the area should be included in the Deniyaya Tourism Zone gazette or brought under an expanded Matara tourism zone. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Lal Premanath JJB AI summary Hon. Lal Premanath welcomed the Deputy Minister’s attention to a long-standing tourist area that had not previously been formally designated as a tourism zone. He asked whether the Ministry would coordinate with officials and use the District Coordinating Committee to establish a proper mechanism for its development and recognition. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, the Deputy Minister stated that 24 Tourism Development Areas have been gazetted nationally, including approximately 1,040.75 hectares in the Matara District. He outlined key tourist attractions in and around Matara, Weligama, Mirissa, Gandara, Kottegoda and Dikwella, and acknowledged tourism potential in the Kotapola and Pitabeddara Divisional Secretaries’ Divisions. He said any declaration of Kotapola and Pitabeddara as a Tourism Development Area must follow the standard process of identifying need, attractions and boundaries, consulting stakeholders, and issuing public notification, with a decision needed on whether to add them to the existing Matara City area or a proposed future Deniyaya area. Oral Question: Tourism Zones in Matara District (Q.6/2025 – 866/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Susantha Kumara Nawarathna asked whether the Ministry has addressed the deterioration of machinery at the phosphate plant, noting that refurbishment would require significant expenditure. He emphasized that the phosphate deposit is a national resource, not only an asset of the Anuradhapura District. Oral Question: Export of Rock Phosphate (Q.5/2025 – 857/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna SJB AI summary Asked for an update on the status of a road closure arising from a recent incident. The intervention sought procedural clarification on whether the closure remained in effect and any current developments related to it. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna SJB AI summary The Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna raised a question about a road closure causing traffic congestion and environmental pollution. She asked whether the Government would reopen the road or provide an alternative route to reduce the resulting problems. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Rohini Kumari Wijerathna SJB AI summary Hon. Rohini Kumari Wijerathna asked whether the Government would reconsider the continued closure of the road in front of the Temple of the Tooth, originally imposed after LTTE and JVP-related security threats, noting that those threats are no longer present. She stated that the closure contributes to severe traffic congestion and environmental pollution in Kandy, and asked whether the road would be reopened or an alternative route, such as Ampitiya to Peradeniya, would be provided. Oral Question: Security at Temple of the Tooth Relic and Road Closure Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister acknowledged shortages of technical officers in the Department of Agrarian Development and the North Western Provincial Department of Irrigation, including in Kurunegala, and said these shortages have affected implementation. He stated that recruitment approvals have been granted under the Government’s broader plan to recruit 30,000 officers, with additional requests submitted to the Prime Minister’s Office review committee. He added that some foreign-funded projects are supporting technical staff recruitment, that redeployment is being used as an interim measure, and that the Ministry will examine the Kurunegala situation and report back. Oral Question: Reservoirs and Tank Management (Q.3/2025 – 794/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake raised a supplementary question on delays in tank deepening works in Kurunegala under the “Irrigation Heritage – Our Legacy” initiative, noting the district’s high dependence on tanks and shortage of technical officers. He asked the relevant authorities to state a realistic timeframe for resolving the technical-staff shortage and completing the ongoing works involving Agrarian Service Centres, the Kurunegala District Agrarian Services Office, and the Department of Irrigation, despite the President’s 30 September completion target. Oral Question: Reservoirs and Tank Management (Q.3/2025 – 794/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary Foreign-assisted agriculture and irrigation projects, including tank restoration, are being reviewed following concerns from farmer organizations and the public about project selection and design components. A committee of engineers and subject experts appointed by the Minister is examining possible irregularities, inefficiencies, and management issues across 11 projects worth about US$1 billion. The Deputy Minister said action would be taken based on the committee’s recommendations and that the specific matter raised would be inquired into. Oral Question: Reservoirs and Tank Management (Q.3/2025 – 794/2025) Read →
- 23 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary On behalf of the Agriculture, Livestock, Lands and Irrigation Minister, the Deputy Minister provided detailed figures on reservoirs and tanks managed by the Irrigation Department, Department of Agrarian Development and Mahaweli Authority, including 5,733 minor tanks in the Kurunegala District. He outlined tank rehabilitation work in Kurunegala from 2021 to 2025, citing restorations under departmental allocations, the Irrigation Prosperity Programme, climate resilience projects and agrarian development schemes. He also stated that the IFAD-funded SARP project has operated since 2023, with Rs. 13,498 million allocated overall and Rs. 2,908 million for Kurunegala, where 14 tank projects have been completed and five more are underway. Oral Question: Reservoirs and Tank Management (Q.3/2025 – 794/2025) Read →