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- 3 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harini Amarasuriya JJB AI summary Due to contract-related issues, the relevant matters must be resolved and Cabinet approval obtained before proceeding. The stated objective is to complete as many of the affected projects as possible within the year. Oral Question: Kuliyapitiya Central College Function Hall (Q.801/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. Dharmapriya Dissanayake JJB AI summary Hon. Dharmapriya Dissanayake asked for a timeline to complete a hall in Kuliyapitiya, noting that about 75 per cent of the work had already been completed. He said the facility was urgently needed as a theatre space for the town and could generate revenue for both the Department and the school if finished quickly. Oral Question: Kuliyapitiya Central College Function Hall (Q.801/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Handunnetti stated that the proposed park is currently linked to a single applicant investor, while labour recruitment and worker transport remain major constraints in the area. He said these issues discourage larger investors, but discussions with chambers are underway to attract further investment, and proposed District Industrial Promotion Boards could help identify investors and address the problem. Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake JJB AI summary Hon. Sujeewa Dissanayake noted the uneven distribution of large-scale industries and industrial parks within Kurunegala District, citing established sites in Habarana, Mawathagama, Pannala, Kiriwavula, and Thulhiriya while areas such as Nikaweratiya, Yapahuwa, Galgamuwa, and Iriyapola lack such facilities. He asked whether the proposed industrial park near Yapahuwa is being developed by a single private investor or by a consortium. Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. Sunil Handunnetti - Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary The Minister answered Question 791/2025 on Welangolla Estate, stating that 17 acres and 32.19 perches of government land at Hamuge Watta have been allocated for the Ridibendigalla Industrial Park, with initial work underway. The land has been assigned to Ritz Clothing (Pvt) Ltd. for a garment-related industry expected to create 1,135 jobs. He added that idle lands are being identified at Divisional Secretariat level for future industrial allocation and requested Members’ support. Oral Question: Welangolla Estate Industrial Development (Q.791/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Under the “Vāri Mahima – Our Heritage” programme, Rs. 7,800 million has been allocated in 2025 to renovate 275 tanks through the Mahaweli Authority, Irrigation Department, and Agrarian Development institutions. Addressing Mahaweli Authority appointments, Dr. Susil Ranasinghe stated that past postings and transfers involved serious irregularities and that current appointments, promotions, and recruitment would follow proper procedures and prevailing Government policy. Oral Question: Tank Renovation under Mahaweli (Q.513/2025) Read →
- 3 June 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary In response to Question 513/2025, the Deputy Minister stated that 4,826 tanks have been identified as needing renovation: 101 under the Sri Lanka Mahaweli Authority, 174 under the Department of Irrigation, and 4,551 under the Department of Agrarian Development. He said renovation plans cover 42 Mahaweli tanks, 23 Irrigation Department reservoirs, and 209 Agrarian Development projects involving tanks, anicuts and canals, with work already commenced. Detailed annexes and district-wise plans have been placed in the Library. Oral Question: Tank Renovation under Mahaweli (Q.513/2025) Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. Sunil Rajapaksha JJB AI summary Hon. Sunil Rajapaksha supported the use of technology to improve court efficiency, noting its potential to enhance access and fairness for persons with disabilities, including the hearing-impaired. He also addressed State debt management, arguing that Sri Lanka’s crisis reflected poor borrowing practices and non-productive expenditure, and cited projects with low returns and Auditor General concerns over unreported debt funds. He said the State Debt Management Act and related measures should improve transparency, parliamentary reporting, coordination among responsible agencies, and the productive use of borrowed resources. Debate: Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. K. Kader Masthan SLLP AI summary Hon. K. Kader Masthan supported the Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment), stating that allowing accused persons to appear digitally in specified proceedings would improve safety and reduce transport and security costs, while also noting the Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill. He used the debate to raise the continuing closure of the Puttalam–Ilavankulam–Marichchikatti–Mannar road, arguing that it imposes major travel and economic burdens and should be resolved without undermining judicial independence. He requested discussions among the Ministers of Justice and Environment, the Attorney-General’s Department and the Road Development Authority, and proposed a Cabinet-backed solution to reopen or redesign the road without environmental or wildlife harm. Debate: Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Dr. Harsha de Silva argued that the Government’s new economic framework depends on private investment in infrastructure to achieve its promised capital expenditure targets for the year. He criticized the Government for presenting market-based reforms while, in his view, restricting investment opportunities, recalling a point he made during the 2025 Budget Second Reading debate. Debate: Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Harsha de Silva SJB AI summary Opposition Members would address the Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill, while attention was directed to the Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill as part of implementing the Public Debt Management Act by centralizing government borrowing under the Treasury. The repeal was supported as a debt-discipline measure, but concerns were raised that new rules requiring stress tests and sovereign guarantee premia for SOE borrowing could constrain infrastructure financing, especially given past excessive guaranteed debt and unresolved liabilities such as SriLankan Airlines’ defaulted international borrowing. It was argued that the Government’s stance on retaining SriLankan Airlines under state ownership and proposed electricity sector amendments restricting private investment were inconsistent with the need for capital, and that without greater private participation Sri Lanka was unlikely to meet its large public capital expenditure targets. Debate: Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Bill and Foreign Loans (Repeal) Bill - Second Reading Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. Kumara Jayakody - Minister of Energy JJB AI summary The Minister of Energy presented the Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill to amend the Sri Lanka Electricity Act, No. 36 of 2024. The Bill was scheduled for Second Reading on 06 June 2025, ordered to be printed, and referred to the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development. Papers: Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill Presented Read →
- 23 May 2025 The Hon. Nalinda Jayatissa JJB AI summary Nalinda Jayatissa tabled an answer identifying 24 rivers and streams under constant flood threat, including the Kelani, Kalu, Mahaweli, Gin and Nilwala rivers. He detailed domestic and foreign-funded flood control and resilience projects, including Gin Ganga and Kelani protection works, World Bank-supported CRIP, CResMPA and IWWRMP programmes, with associated funding amounts. The answer stated that no projects had failed, though the Deduru Oya Flood Prevention Project was halted after two of three planned phases due to political and social conditions in the 1980s. Oral Question Second Round: Physical Training Instructors and Other Matters (Tabled Answers) Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe stated that the Government is planning a major development programme for the North and East, involving the University of Jaffna, a private IT university in Jaffna, Provincial Councils, and Local Authorities. He said roadmaps have been prepared to start export-oriented industries, particularly in agricultural and fisheries value addition, and noted that current GDP calculations may not fully reflect production from the North that is exported through the South. Adjournment Motion: Empowerment of Small and Medium Exporters in Northern Province Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe - Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe argued that post-war development, accountability, compensation, and non-recurrence measures in the North and East had not been adequately implemented by previous administrations. He said the Government is initiating export processing zones in Mankulam, KKS, and Paranthan, expanding Export Development Board services, and identifying 300 small and medium-scale exporters for support within five months. He also outlined allocations for SME development in the North and East, the need for air connectivity to support exports, and fisheries-sector interventions including facilities for multi-day boats, sea cucumber aquaculture, lobster farming, and seaweed cultivation. Adjournment Motion: Empowerment of Small and Medium Exporters in Northern Province Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran JJB AI summary Hon. Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran supported the Motion on developing SMEs in the Northern Province, stating that despite abundant raw materials, successive Governments since 2009 had not adequately supported the sector. He called for improved market access, technological upgrading, value addition, processing facilities, workspace, and export-oriented technical advice to increase production and shelf-life. He also noted steps to link producers with institutions such as Laksala, BCC, and Sathosa, arguing that stronger promotion and market opportunities could raise incomes, particularly for women-headed households in the North. Adjournment Motion: Empowerment of Small and Medium Exporters in Northern Province Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy JJB AI summary Hon. Rajeevan Jeyachandramoorthy moved an Adjournment Motion calling for Government action to develop export-oriented SMEs and cottage industries in the Northern Province, particularly in agriculture, fisheries and palmyrah-based products. He cited lack of export awareness, infrastructure, market access, training and supply-chain support as barriers, and requested programmes for quality improvement, technology, transport and export-market strategy. He noted post-war economic disparities, including the North’s low GDP contribution, while referencing ongoing Government projects such as industrial estates, saltern and factory development, cassava cultivation for export, sports infrastructure and a proposed palmyrah triangle. Adjournment Motion: Empowerment of Small and Medium Exporters in Northern Province Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Upul Kithsiri JJB AI summary Upul Kithsiri defended the Government’s regulatory approvals, including measures under the 1969 Act and the 2023 Disposals Act, arguing that vehicle import restrictions are being eased gradually after a five-year halt and that deposit requirements may be adjusted as economic conditions change. He rejected Opposition criticism on shortages and investment, attributing problems in rice storage, transport, land administration, and infrastructure to previous governments. He said the Government would pursue uniform solutions for land title issues, including in the North and Ratnapura, while prioritizing rural roads, drinking water, the rural economy, and tourism infrastructure to support a target of 3 million annual tourist arrivals. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969 and Disposal of Property Act Resolutions Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. K. Ilankumaran JJB AI summary Hon. K. Ilankumaran supported regulations on vehicle imports, arguing that the removal of Luxury Tax for vehicles below Rs. 5 million would help ordinary buyers, support tourism, and contribute to foreign exchange earnings. He said the Government is prioritizing post-war development in the North through investments in roads, harbours, sports facilities, tourism, and land regularization, while pledging that private homes would not be seized and rightful ownership would be restored. He rejected allegations that the NPP is racist, cited past efforts on citizenship rights for Sri Lankan refugees in India, and called for an end to patronage and ethnic politics in favour of reconciliation and people-centred governance. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969 and Disposal of Property Act Resolutions Read →
- 22 May 2025 The Hon. Manoj Rajapaksha JJB AI summary Hon. Manoj Rajapaksha said the proposed regulations would modernize vehicle import documentation by allowing online confirmation from Sri Lanka, reducing delays caused by minor deficiencies and courier-based processes. He stated that vehicle imports would be widened gradually as reserves improve, while Customs and bank checks would help prevent malpractices and increase Treasury revenue. He also noted adjustments to deposit and advance accounts, including reduced allocations for book printing, increased fuel allocations for enforcement investigations, and higher Railway Department allocations. Debate: Regulations under Imports and Exports (Control) Act, No. 1 of 1969 and Disposal of Property Act Resolutions Read →