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. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation for detailed data on Sri Lanka’s reservoirs, large tanks and small tanks, including district-level figures for Kurunegala and annual restoration numbers over the past ten years. He also sought information on the restoration projects used, with specific questions on the SARP irrigation project, including its implementation in Kurunegala, funding sources and allocations, works carried out on tanks, and whether the project is ongoing. Oral Question: Reservoirs and Tank Management (Q.3/2025 – 794/2025) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam urged the Government to expedite the proposed Mannar–Rameswaram ferry service, noting that India was willing to assist. He argued that this shorter route would be more viable than the KKS–Karaikal service and, together with the rail link, would support economic development in the Northern Province. SO 27(2) Question: Ferry Service Thalaimannar-Rameswaram Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku - Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation JJB AI summary Ferry operations began on 14 October 2023 and are continuing with two ferries, although services are temporarily suspended during rough sea conditions. The Deputy Minister said there are jetty-related issues and noted India’s willingness to assist, while acknowledging that no proper feasibility study had been conducted. He reported that around 17,000 passengers had used the service this year across 153 voyages, with generally two voyages per day except on Tuesdays. SO 27(2) Question: Ferry Service Thalaimannar-Rameswaram Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku JJB AI summary Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku stated that the airport project had been initiated without a proper feasibility study or business plan. He said funds are being allocated only to complete essential remaining work on the partly built runway, with any further decisions to be made next year after a proper feasibility study. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Kins Nelson SJB AI summary Hon. Kins Nelson questioned the Government on the funding timeline for upgrading Hingurakgoda (Minneriya) Airport to international status, noting the estimated Rs. 17 billion cost and the Rs. 2 billion allocated in 2024 for runway work. He asked whether annual capital allocations would remain at Rs. 2 billion, which would delay completion for about ten years, and requested details on the allocation in the current Budget and a firm completion date. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku JJB AI summary Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku provided details of unpaid embarkation levies owed by airlines, stating that the total due was Rs. 27,659 million, with SriLankan Airlines owing the largest share at Rs. 24,655 million, and Aeroflot Russia additionally owing USD 1.5 million. He said CAASL had repeatedly notified the relevant parties and liquidated some bank guarantees, but recovery was constrained because the Civil Aviation Act and Finance Act lacked provisions for legal action. He stated that a Cabinet Paper had been prepared to establish the necessary legal framework for recovery. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Kins Nelson SJB AI summary Kins Nelson asked the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation to provide details on airlines operating services to Sri Lanka, including their number and names. He also requested separate figures for any outstanding amounts owed by each airline to Airports and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited and the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka, and the measures planned to recover those dues. Oral Question: Airlines and Aviation Services (Q.8/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Assurance was given that any additional facts would be examined, particularly in relation to complexities such as fund transfers. The remarks emphasized that investment would not be discouraged, while acknowledging that some projects have stalled due to issues arising during implementation and need to be rescued alongside progressing new projects. Oral Question: Construction of Milleniya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Hon. Ajith P. Perera urged the Government to proceed with the proposed Milleniya Export Processing Zone in Kalutara, noting that 244 acres had already been acquired, surveyed, planned and partly developed for industrial use. He questioned reports of a proposal dated 22 April 2024 to return the land to Horana Plantations under Section 39, despite its earlier acquisition under Section 38, and asked who was responsible and who would benefit. He requested a separate inquiry involving relevant officials, himself and the area Minister, arguing that completing this zone would support the Government’s stated policy of establishing EPZs and avoid wasting public investment. Oral Question: Construction of Milleniya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha stated that the proposed Milleniya EPZ involves 166 acres of the 244-acre Neuchattlewatta land in Millaniya, but further progress has been constrained by a pending court case relating to compensation. He said Rs. 91.5 million had been allocated for acquisition, with Rs. 91.2 million already paid, including full payments with interest for 27 of 45 identified parcels among 115 parcels. He added that further provisions have been requested, noted past fund reallocations since 2017, and said the Government would review any changed circumstances, gather accurate information, and proceed with development as soon as possible. Oral Question: Construction of Milleniya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Anil Jayantha stated that land acquisition for the proposed Milleniya Investment Promotion Zone has been temporarily halted pending a Court of Appeal case filed by Horana Plantations PLC. He reported that Rs. 91.2 million has been paid in compensation so far, including payments for 45 of 115 lots acquired for the proposed Palpola interchange, and outlined planned spending for roads, water supply, and electricity. He said the Road Development Authority has prepared plans for the Palpola interchange and Milleniya–Palpola road development, but a decision on proceeding will be taken after the court judgment. Oral Question: Construction of Milleniya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Ajith P. Perera SJB AI summary Ajith P. Perera asked the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development for details on the Milleniya Export Processing Zone in Bandaragama, including the status of land acquisition, compensation paid, and Board of Investment expenditure on roads, water supply, and electricity. He also sought information on the progress of the zone’s road development and whether the Government would complete the remaining work, describing the EPZ as a project of national importance. Oral Question: Construction of Milleniya Export Processing Zone (Q.5/2024) Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam ITAK AI summary Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam welcomed the Minister’s response and noted that future ministerial visits to Batticaloa hospitals should include meetings with district MPs. He requested the establishment of Rajya Osusala branches in Batticaloa town, Valachchenai and Kaluwanchikudy, specifically asking whether an Osusala branch could be opened at Kaluwanchikudy Base Hospital where a building reportedly constructed for this purpose is available but unused. Oral Question: Establishment of Rajya Osusala - Batticaloa District Read →
- 22 July 2025 The Hon. S.M. Marikkar SJB AI summary Hon. S.M. Marikkar presented the Sectoral Oversight Committee report on the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill, noting that the Committee met three times and consulted stakeholders including the Public Utilities Commission, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, and the Solar Industries Association. He said the Committee prioritized consumer rights, agreed to submit a related report within one month, and began work toward a future National Energy Bill. He stated that the Ministry agreed to accelerate the unbundling of generation, transmission and distribution within one year to attract private investment for transmission upgrades, while ensuring State ownership of transmission corridors and land. The report also proposes professional criteria for advisory committee appointments, limits on multiple directorships to reduce political interference, and future Consumer Rights Regulations. Committee Reports: Environment, Education, Infrastructure Bills Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha - Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development JJB AI summary Minister Anil Jayantha stated that Rs. 2,250 million has been allocated in 2025 under the Decentralized Programme, equivalent to Rs. 10 million per MP, but that funds will be implemented through District Coordinating Committees rather than as individually directed cash allocations. He said the approach, set out in Finance Ministry Circular MF/02/2025, prioritizes district-based economic development, entrepreneurship, empowerment, group cohesion, and integrated projects. He also tabled past allocation details from 2015 to 2025 and explained that District Coordinating Committees are intended to identify local needs through links with Divisional Secretariats and local authorities. Adjournment - Fishing Practices in Trincomalee and Parliamentary Decentralized Funds Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. (Mrs.) Oshani Umanga JJB AI summary Hon. (Mrs.) Oshani Umanga asked the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development about the implementation of the District Decentralized Programme in 2025, following the shift from MP-allocated decentralized provisions to allocations through District Coordinating Committees due to public criticism of low-yielding projects. She sought details on any new procedure, annual expenditure over the past decade, the objectives of the 2024 change, guidelines for fund use and project initiation, measures to ensure equitable distribution across districts and localities, and the Government’s monitoring and evaluation mechanism. Adjournment - Fishing Practices in Trincomalee and Parliamentary Decentralized Funds Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said embankments on the southern bank of the Gal Oya had weakened due to paddy cultivation up to the riverbank, contributing to flooding during the last Maha season. He stated that around 250 metres of permanent embankment stabilization using earthworks, with Rs. 111 million allocated, had commenced, and that additional work over about four kilometres near the anicut was also funded and under way in line with technical recommendations. Oral Questions - First Round Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. M.S. Uthumalebbe SLMC AI summary M.S. Uthumalebbe raised concerns about repeated flooding from the Thoppikuda major canal in the Irakkamam Divisional Secretariat area, affecting paddy lands across Samanthurai, Nintavur, Deegawapi, Oluvil, Palamunai, Addalaichenai, and Akkaraipattu. He asked whether a special team of senior Irrigation Department officials would be appointed to expedite a permanent solution, noting that temporary measures have failed to prevent recurring losses during rainy seasons. Oral Questions - First Round Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe - Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said the Industrial Development Board and a dedicated Ministry unit handle scrap supply, but the IDB lacks capacity to procure and process enough scrap to meet demand. He noted that government institutions have been directed to provide scrap to the IDB, though practical difficulties remain, and said the immediate approach is to improve open-market availability to help reduce prices. Oral Questions - First Round Read →
- 11 July 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe - Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said the Ministry had identified new metal-based export categories allegedly used to bypass existing HS code restrictions, including items described as shoe components, flower vases or ornaments. He stated that additional HS codes were proposed to the Ministry of Finance in February, referred to the Attorney-General’s Department in March, and followed up on 1 July, with approval expected within about a month. He added that the Ministry, Customs and the Industrial Development Board would coordinate notices, checks and verification of value addition before such exports are permitted. Oral Questions - First Round Read →