Topic
Land & Housing
1,053 speeches · 220 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. (Dr.) Susil Ranasinghe, M.P. JJB | 106 |
| 2 | Hon. Anura Karunathilaka, M.P. JJB | 43 |
| 3 | Hon. Aravinda Senarath, M.P. JJB | 39 |
| 4 | Hon. Shanakiyan Rajaputhiran Rasamanickam, M.P. ITAK | 26 |
| 5 | Hon. K.V. Samantha Viddyarathna, M.P. JJB | 24 |
| 6 | Hon. Jeevan Thondaman, M.P. UNP | 22 |
| 7 | Hon. Bimal Rathnayake, M.P. JJB | 22 |
| 8 | Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan, M.P. ITAK | 20 |
| 9 | Hon. Mano Ganesan, M.P. SJB | 18 |
| 10 | Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran, M.P. ITAK | 18 |
Speeches
1,053 on this topic- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, Aravinda Senarath replied to a question by Hon. Dr. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah regarding occupation of State lands in the Manmunai Pattu Divisional Secretary’s Division. He stated that lists of residents without deeds or land permits, and details of 31 persons subject to court-ordered evictions between 2017 and March 2025, were provided in annexes, and said the relevant court orders had been implemented. He further stated that no selective action had been taken, making subsequent parts of the question not applicable. Oral Question: Land-Related Actions in Manmunai Pattu and Vakarai Divisions (Q.36/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister addressed concerns affecting dairy farmers in multiple districts and advised that formal requests be submitted through District or Divisional Coordinating Committees. He stated that the Ministry is already working to identify pasture lands and, upon receiving requests, will survey and release suitable State lands for fodder cultivation. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Asked whether, in the Horowpothana–Kahatagasdigiliya areas where many people engage in livestock farming, lands without confirmed specific identities could be allocated as community pasture. He noted that farmers face a shortage of fodder lands during the Maha season and sought consideration of this allocation to support their livestock. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said informal and undocumented allocation of land to politicians and associates has created administrative difficulties and is a longstanding national issue. Regarding Horowpothana, he stated that field inspections are being conducted and the Divisional Secretary has been instructed to submit a report promptly, after which further information will be provided. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna alleged that politicians have encroached on State lands, citing claims that former MP S.M. Chandrasena cultivated 75–100 acres in Kodinnewa, Horowpothana using political influence and Civil Security Department involvement. He questioned a contradiction in the Government’s response, which said farmers could not be identified while also naming the former MP, and asked for a proper inquiry and a clear report to Parliament. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary Deputy Minister Aravinda Senarath provided an answer on State land leases in Anuradhapura District, listing figures by Divisional Secretariat Division and noting that Thambuttegama lands are vested in the Mahaweli Authority. He stated that no permits, grants or long-term licences have been issued for the relevant lands, while officials are surveying and gathering details on cultivation reportedly carried out since around 2005 by residents, outsiders, and former MP S.M. Chandrasena and his spouse. He also reported that fertilizer subsidy and cash assistance had been provided for limited acreages during recent Maha seasons, with specific payment and fertilizer quantities given. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 20 January 2026 The Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna JJB AI summary Asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation to provide details of State lands leased in each DS Division of Anuradhapura District. He also sought clarification on alleged illegal clearing and cultivation of about 100 acres of State land in Kodinnewa village, Horowpothana, including the identities and legal rights of those involved and whether they received fertilizer subsidies and the value of any such subsidies. Oral Question: State Lands on Lease in Anuradhapura District (Q.27/2026) Read →
- 9 January 2026 Hon. M.S. Abdul Wazeeth SLMC AI summary Hon. M.S. Abdul Wazeeth requested the Minister to issue Pooja Oppuwa deeds to all religious institutions. He referred to the Pottuvil Divisional Secretariat area, where land relating to Mugudumaha Viharaya and archaeological sites was declared a sacred area by Gazette Extraordinary No. 2332/40 of 19.05.2023, and stated that compensation for 0.9263 hectares acquired from named individuals remains unpaid. He urged the Government to pay the outstanding compensation promptly, noting that the lands were relinquished to maintain peace and prevent conflict. Debate: Imports and Exports (Control) Act Regulations Read →
- 9 January 2026 The Hon. (Mrs.) Chamindranee Kiriella, Attorney-at-Law SJB AI summary Welcoming the new Order under the Shops and Office Employees Act, she said it would support women’s employment, particularly by allowing women in the hotel sector to work at night, and urged speedy accession to ILO Convention 190 to ensure protection from violence and harassment. She requested that suitable work-from-home arrangements be introduced for women in the public service where possible, to increase women’s economic participation. She also raised constituency issues in Kandy, calling for alternative trading spaces for displaced pavement vendors and asking the Government to review steep Kandy Municipal Council assessment rate increases, especially following cyclone-related hardship. Debate: Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) Regulation Amendment Read →
- 9 January 2026 The Hon. Mano Ganesan SJB AI summary Mano Ganesan opposed proposals to build apartment blocks for hill country communities, arguing that they require stand-alone houses with access to land rather than urban-style apartments. He demanded that the same Rs. 5 million housing grant given to others be provided to these communities and warned that failure to do so would undermine confidence in the Government and lead to protests. Debate: Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) Regulation Amendment Read →
- 9 January 2026 The Hon. Mano Ganesan SJB AI summary Mano Ganesan questioned whether plantation and hill-country communities are being included in the Government’s post-disaster housing and relief measures under the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme. While welcoming the President’s housing initiatives and announced relief payments, he said affected estate workers in districts such as Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Badulla, Kegalle and Matale appear to have been sidelined. He demanded that the Government clearly state whether these communities will receive the promised land and housing assistance, including the Rs. 5 million allocations. Debate: Shop and Office Employees (Regulation of Employment and Remuneration) Regulation Amendment Read →
- 9 January 2026 The Hon. (Mrs.) M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani JJB AI summary On behalf of the Chair of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Sustainable Use of Resources, Mrs. M.A.C.S. Chathuri Gangani presented the Committee’s report on several referred annual and performance reports. These included reports relating to land reform and title registration, fertilizer companies, wildlife conservation, land administration, agricultural insurance, and the Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau. The report was ordered to lie upon the Table. Papers Presented and Committee Reports Read →
- 8 January 2026 The Hon. Jeevan Thondaman UNP AI summary Hon. Jeevan Thondaman raised concerns over implementation of the announced Rs. 1,750 daily basic wage for estate workers, urging the Government to issue circulars or Gazette the wage, prevent increases to task norms, protect Sunday and holiday pay, and appoint a Labour Ministry monitoring committee. He also called for regulation of the expanding outgrower system to ensure consistent rates and EPF/ETF benefits, citing disparities across estate areas. Referring to recent storm and flood relief, he questioned whether all affected families in Nuwara Eliya had received the promised payments and asked for clarification on gaps in distribution. He further urged the Government and plantation companies to identify alternative land for displaced and unsafe estate families so donor- or government-funded housing could proceed with secure land rights. Motor Traffic Act Regulations Debate Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath – Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation AI summary The Deputy Minister stated that the Mahaweli Authority is preparing an action plan to address the issue of an alternative road. He said the necessary interventions would be discussed and implemented promptly in coordination with the Road Development Authority, through both the Ministry and the Mahaweli Authority. Adjournment Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan ITAK AI summary Hon. Sivagnanam Shritharan raised a Standing Order 27(2) question on the Vaddakkachchi Agriculture School and Farm in Kilinochchi, noting that unlike similar institutions in Thirunelveli, Kundaasale and Vavuniya-Thandikulam, it has been inactive since the 1990s. He said the farm once comprised about 400 acres, employed hundreds of workers, supported seed and livestock development, and contributed to local livelihoods, but that parts of its land are now reportedly occupied by the military and Civil Security Department. He asked the Minister to state the farm’s total acreage, how much land is held by those entities and when it will be returned, and whether the Government will restore the farm and support agricultural research, new seed varieties, livestock breeds, employment and income generation there. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Hon. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah asked the Deputy Minister to appoint a three-member committee through the Land Commissioner General to inquire into the matter. He noted that the Deputy Minister had promised in Parliament in October to appoint such a committee and requested that this be carried out. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Aravinda Senarath - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary The Deputy Minister said the Member’s concerns regarding the area are already under discussion with the Land Commissioner General, including matters raised previously. He stated that the Ministry is ready to act promptly on the current issues and proposed coordinating with the Member to develop an appropriate arrangement. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah SLMC AI summary Hon. M.L.A.M. Hizbullah raised land and administrative problems affecting Muslims in Karamunai 2/10 in the Vakarai North Divisional Secretariat area of Batticaloa, citing displacement during the war, loss of documents, and unresolved claims to ancestral and agricultural lands. He said old usufruct documents and deeds had not been converted into grants, repeated land kachcheri applications had not resulted in permits, and Forest Conservation reservations continued to restrict land use and access to basic services. He asked the Minister of Lands and Irrigation to immediately appoint a three-member committee through the Land Commissioner General to investigate these issues in Karamunai and related areas and make recommendations. Questions under Standing Order 27(2) Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. (Prof.) A.L.H.M.H. Abayarathna - Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government AI summary The Minister stated that the District Disaster Management Committee had reviewed the relevant housing and land issues the previous week and decided to provide facilities to those in need. He said eligible persons in the area raised would receive houses, and land where necessary, while minor data issues had been identified and would be addressed through the Committee. Oral Questions: Prime Minister Read →
- 7 January 2026 The Hon. Hector Appuhamy SJB AI summary Hector Appuhamy raised a clarification on disaster relief in Puttalam, stating that part of Wanathavilluwa remains under 10–15 feet of water, with 24 houses still inundated and relocation needs disputed between 13 and 17 houses. He asked whether land and houses would be provided, noting that assistance in the district was not complete despite statements to Parliament. He also raised a privilege-related concern about severe congestion on the expressway due to a new system, asking that the traffic situation be examined. Oral Questions: Prime Minister Read →