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 July 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy began to raise a second supplementary question concerning Jaffna Teaching Hospital, noting that it is the only teaching hospital in the Northern Province. The excerpt provided ends before the substantive question or proposal is stated. Oral Question: Velanai DS Division Post Office (Q.950/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary The Minister stated that many sub-post offices lack newly constructed government buildings and that LKR 600 million has been allocated in the current Budget for this purpose. He said the allocation is insufficient to meet all requirements, so construction will be undertaken according to land availability and priority. Oral Question: Velanai DS Division Post Office (Q.950/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy raised a supplementary question to the Minister about the absence of permanent post office buildings in multiple locations in the Northern Province. He noted that land had already been identified in Kaithady, Pandatharippu, Point Pedro, Kayts, and Kankesanthurai, and sought attention to why permanent buildings had still not been provided. Oral Question: Velanai DS Division Post Office (Q.950/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 Velanai DS Division: Post Office AI summary Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy asked the Minister of Health and Mass Media whether he is aware that the post office in the Velanai DS Division of Jaffna District is operating from a temporary building due to the absence of a permanent facility. He sought clarification on whether the Government will construct a permanent post office building and, if so, the expected timeframe for doing so. Oral Question: Velanai DS Division Post Office (Q.950/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana SJB AI summary Asked that development of the tank area go beyond flood control, health, and recreation to include local economic benefits. Requested ministerial support for an economic plan with facilities such as proper kiosks and parking to assist local residents. Oral Question: Ragama–Peralanda Tank Development (Q.6511/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary Anura Karunathilaka said the Government was concerned that Rs. 199.8 million had been spent from an estimated Rs. 233 million without adequate results. He explained that, given the public funds already committed, the decision was to complete remaining essential works such as safety fencing and bridge strengthening to secure usable benefits from the project. Oral Question: Ragama–Peralanda Tank Development (Q.6511/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana SJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana questioned the effectiveness of a Rs. 230 million public-funded tank renovation near Ragama Hospital, the railway station, and bus stand, noting that flooding persists during heavy rain. He raised concerns about silt accumulation, inadequate maintenance, reduced tank capacity due to filling during renovation, and an underused incomplete walking path, and asked what plan exists to make the project genuinely beneficial before further funds are spent. Oral Question: Ragama–Peralanda Tank Development (Q.6511/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka — Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing AI summary The Minister replied to a question on the Ragama–Peralanda project, stating that it was initiated on 12 October 2020 to manage flash floods, protect wetlands, prevent unauthorized filling and dumping, improve recreation facilities, and support local economic activity. He said the UDA estimated the project at Rs. 233 million, with about Rs. 199.86 million spent on completed Phases I and II, including desilting, walkways, slope protection, bridges, drainage, and lighting. For Phase III, Rs. 7 million has been allocated this year from the Budget and Provincial Council Fund, and after completion the project’s operation and maintenance will be handed over to the Ja-Ela Pradeshiya Sabha. Oral Question: Ragama–Peralanda Tank Development (Q.6511/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 Development of Ragama–Peralanda Tank: Details AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana asked the Minister of Urban Development, Construction and Housing for details on the Ragama–Peralanda Tank in the Ja-Ela Pradeshiya Sabha area, including when it was selected as a Landscape Project, its objectives, and expenditure to date. He also asked whether the project has been halted and, if so, what action the Ministry intends to take. Oral Question: Ragama–Peralanda Tank Development (Q.6511/2025) Read →
- 9 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana SJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Kavinda Heshan Jayawardhana asked the Minister to investigate the non-functioning air conditioning in the radiology rooms of Kandy General Hospital, which he said had prevented the use of equipment during Minister Keheliya Rambukwella’s tenure. He also raised concerns about MRI and CT imaging services, stating that the neurology unit was facing difficulties obtaining films due to an outdated data system, and requested that this issue be addressed. Oral Question: National Hospital Kandy (Q.614/2025) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Riyas Farook JJB AI summary Hon. Riyas Farook said export products from the Kandy District, including tea, pepper and coffee, have strong potential but have suffered in the past from quality deterioration and adulteration. He stated that the Government is prioritizing exports, imports and tourism, noting discussions with the Australian High Commission on the potential for Sri Lankan coffee exports. He also addressed vehicle import issues linked to e-commerce, letters of credit, shipment dates and regulatory hurdles in Dubai, Singapore and Japan, saying around 300 vehicles had been cleared and another 300 remained at port. He said a committee had been appointed to resolve the matter quickly, including questions over demurrage and vehicles affected by earlier tax and duty changes. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Salt Import Regulations (Gazette No. 2437/04) Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva questioned the Government’s claim that e-commerce clearance issues had been resolved, asking whether parcels were now being assessed by HS-code duties or another method. He called for a fit-for-purpose low-value B2C import regime, including pre-declaration, clearer de minimis or flat-tax rules, practical TIN requirements, platform-based collection options, and improved Customs/ASYHUB capacity. He also urged a practical transition for vehicles imported under third-country letters of credit, arguing that shipments already arrived or afloat should not be suddenly re-exported after years of inconsistent enforcement, and that rules on used vehicles and hub imports should be clarified prospectively. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act - Salt Import Regulations (Gazette No. 2437/04) Read →
- 8 July 2025 Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Hon. Kumara Jayakody said electricity curtailment of 100 to 150 megawatts on low-demand days and holidays is sometimes necessary to maintain grid stability for about 7 million consumers. He attributed the situation to previous governments adding around 600 megawatts of solar capacity despite a long-term plan allowing for 160 megawatts annually, without making the required infrastructure and system upgrades. He stated that the current government is now taking corrective measures and questioned why former ministers and MPs had not addressed the issue earlier. Leader of Opposition Question Period and Points of Order Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody JJB AI summary Kumara Jayakody argued that solar generation and oil-based generation should not be treated as directly comparable because they operate at different times of day. He stated that solar curtailment of up to about 1,500 MW on sunny days is not a system-wide problem and that existing calculations should reflect the approximately 1,300 MW of solar already absorbed during daytime. Leader of Opposition Question Period and Points of Order Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Anil Jayantha JJB AI summary Dr. Anil Jayantha stated that the Government has not introduced new taxes or removed concessions specifically for lithium-ion batteries, noting that general levies such as VAT, Customs Duty, PAL and SSCL apply, while existing exemptions remain for batteries used in grid-connected large-scale renewable energy storage. He said the 15 per cent duty waiver, non-application of CESS and PAL relief are available under existing schedules where eligible use is confirmed. He also said electricity costs are central to industrialisation and growth, and that tariff reviews for solar projects should address issues such as WACC and inflation while prioritising least-cost, reliable power and reducing tariffs over time. Leader of Opposition Question Period and Points of Order Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody - Minister of Energy JJB AI summary The Minister rejected claims that daytime electricity is being generated from oil instead of solar, stating that oil generation is used at night and not during daytime since the Government assumed office. He said rooftop solar and renewable energy projects below 10 MW are subject to an annual tariff formula based on market and financial factors, with new tariffs applying only to new entrants and not existing PPAs. He noted that stakeholder consultations were held in January 2025, the tariffs were reviewed by a technical committee and a Cabinet-appointed subcommittee, and no reconsideration is required at present; related finance matters were referred to the Minister of Finance. Leader of Opposition Question Period and Points of Order Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Ravi Karunanayake NDF AI summary Ravi Karunanayake questioned the Government on the Ceylon Electricity Board’s reduction of feed-in tariff rates for solar and wind projects, arguing that the changes undermine investor confidence, bank financing, and Sri Lanka’s stated target of 70 per cent renewable electricity by 2030. He asked whether the tariff changes and Electricity Act amendments are consistent with that policy, what reasons justified the reductions, and whether stakeholders were consulted on project viability, lending risks, energy security, climate goals, and fuel import costs. He also urged the Government to consider a transparent and stable pricing formula and to restore tax concessions for lithium-ion batteries and other storage technologies, stating that current costs make renewable projects non-viable at the CEB’s rate. Leader of Opposition Question Period and Points of Order Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. T.K. Jayasundara JJB AI summary Hon. T.K. Jayasundara raised concerns that Road Development Authority estimates for road crossings or drainage trenching in community water projects are often excessive and based on outdated methods, causing projects to stall. He cited a Rs. 47 million water project in Kallapatha, Elpitiya–Niyagama, where an RDA estimate of Rs. 2.4 million for a road crossing could not be met. He requested inter-ministerial action to provide relief by ensuring fair and minimal RDA estimates for such projects. Oral Question: Community Water Projects - Costs and Progress Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. T.K. Jayasundara JJB AI summary Hon. T.K. Jayasundara raised concerns over longstanding failures in community water projects, noting that many since 2010 have not provided drinking water despite large expenditure on tanks and infrastructure. He called for deeper technical reviews, including possible intervention by a special panel of engineers, and a comprehensive audit and investigation into alleged misappropriation of funds involving local political figures. He asked what swift action would be taken to address both the causes of project failure and the immediate water supply problems now arising. Oral Question: Community Water Projects - Costs and Progress Read →
- 8 July 2025 The Hon. Anura Karunathilaka JJB AI summary In response to a question on community water projects in the Galle District, Hon. Anura Karunathilaka stated that annexes provide project details and completion timelines. He said only 9 of 29 projects had completed construction and provided water, with about 593 of the planned 4,887 beneficiary families receiving supply, indicating a low success rate for projects planned and implemented during 2019–2021. He added that while investigations had not established procurement corruption, weaknesses in contract administration involving some community-based organizations and contractors had been identified, with preliminary recommendations to be acted upon. Oral Question: Community Water Projects - Costs and Progress Read →