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- 8 October 2025 Hon. Sudath Balagalla JJB AI summary Hon. Sudath Balagalla asked the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government for details on the removal of the weekly fair under the Mahiyangana Pradeshiya Sabha and the construction of a shopping complex at that site. He requested the reasons for the project, the criteria for allocating stalls, the names of recipients with the number of stalls and monthly rent paid, and the date on which full ownership of the complex will vest in the Pradeshiya Sabha under the relevant agreements. Oral Questions Nos. 03, 04, 05: Prison Inmates, Mahiyangana Fair, GN Offices in Vavuniya Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Susil Ranasinghe stated that the Land Reform Commission is facing significant arrears due to poor collection of lease rentals on LRC lands, citing past inefficiencies and lack of proper systems. He said non-paying lands and reasons for arrears have been identified, and a district-wise programme has been launched to regularize and expedite rental recovery to prevent a financial crisis in the LRC fund. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Danushka Ranganath JJB AI summary Hon. Danushka Ranganath referred to the 2024 audit report on the Land Reform Commission, noting recommendations concerning rent collection on leased State lands. He asked whether progress has been made in collecting outstanding lease rentals and cautioned that unresolved issues would recur. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Susil Ranasinghe explained the two current processes for allocating Land Reform Commission lands to projects: investor-identified lands with project reports and approvals, or Commission-identified lands offered to proponents without a specific site. He noted that the Commission is mapping suitable project types for identified lands and seeking investors, while addressing the absence of complete consolidated land records. He also stated that agricultural use of LRC lands without proper leases is being regularized. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Danushka Ranganath JJB AI summary Danushka Ranganath referred to the Land Reform Commission Law No. 1 of 1972 and noted that LRC land allocation and documentation programmes could be used to bring non-productive lands into productive use. He asked whether the LRC has, or has begun, an appraisal-based mechanism to allocate its lands to vetted MSME and entrepreneur business proposals. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe JJB AI summary On behalf of the Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation Minister, Susil Ranasinghe stated that many lands vested under the Land Reform Commission Law No. 1 of 1972 were not properly surveyed at the time and therefore remain imprecisely identified. He said action would be taken under the LRC Law and relevant circulars, noting issues such as pending surveys, unauthorized cultivation, litigation, and verification of occupancy. He clarified that the Commission does not issue permits, but alienates land conditionally under Section 22 or grants 30-year leases, with possible disposition through the Land Kachcheri process to eligible beneficiaries. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Danushka Ranganath JJB AI summary Hon. Danushka Ranganath asked the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation for details on Land Reform Commission lands in the Kalutara District, including whether they have been separately identified and which unused lands are available under the Land Reform Law No. 1 of 1972. He sought information by Divisional Secretary’s Division on ownership status, title deeds, survey plans, validity periods, and planned action for such lands. He also asked whether LRC lands can be released to landless or resettled persons, the applicable procedure, and whether leased LRC lands can be repossessed if not used for the intended purpose. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe JJB AI summary Hon. Susil Ranasinghe acknowledged concerns that acquired lands had been unlawfully sold and described the matter as a long-standing issue not fully resolved despite steps by the Irrigation Department. He stated that action would be taken, with the assistance of Members representing the Matara District, to prepare measures to regularize the process. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage JJB AI summary Hon. Ajantha Gammeddage asked the Deputy Minister about people occupying and cultivating lands originally acquired for the Nilwala Project, particularly along the river reservation, after resale by original owners. He noted that many have lived there for 25 to 30 years and are now being asked by the Irrigation Department to vacate, and requested that a fair solution be provided for them. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 The Hon. Susil Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Land and Irrigation JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, the Deputy Minister provided data on 700 tanks and 103 rivers registered with the Irrigation Department, including classifications by size and region, and details on tanks, rivers, canals and irrigation works in the Matara District. He stated that reservations under the Nilwala Project have been demarcated, 13 legal cases over unauthorized occupation are ongoing, one has concluded, and 42 more cases are being prepared. He also said approximately 10.5523 hectares in Nadugala had been acquired with compensation records held by the Divisional Secretariat, and that while the original French-funded Nilwala Project abandoned in 1988/89 may not be implementable as designed, flood control and irrigation activities are continuing with possible future implementation subject to economic stabilization. Oral Questions: Irrigation Department Tanks and Land Reform Commission Lands - Kalutara District Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe said lands previously held by the Tri-Forces are being progressively released after the war, while the Sweat Bay land remains subject to court proceedings. He stated that, once legal matters conclude, SLTDA lands will be opened for proposals for environmentally appropriate, sustainability-focused tourism projects involving local and foreign investors, and that discussions will be held with Defence authorities to release other suitable military-held lands for commercial tourism investment. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. (Prof.) Ruwan Ranasinghe - Deputy Minister of Tourism JJB AI summary On behalf of the Minister, the Deputy Minister stated that the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority owns 632 acres, 3 roods and 5 perches of land in the Trincomalee District, including major extents at Kuchchaveli and Nilaveli. He said the lands face significant encroachment issues, with action being taken to remove unauthorized occupants, while tourism resort development plans, investor leases, approvals and calls for Expressions of Interest are proceeding. Regarding the 12-acre Sweat Bay land, he said Red Rock Beach/Dilmah is in occupation, no authorization has been given, and the Divisional Secretary’s notice to vacate is subject to a writ application before court. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 7 October 2025 Hon. Roshan Akmeemana JJB AI summary Hon. Roshan Akmeemana asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism to provide details on lands owned by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority in the Trincomalee District and the Government’s future plans for them. He specifically sought information on an SLTDA land in the Sweat Bay area, including its extent, the identity and legal entitlement of a company allegedly fencing and occupying it unlawfully, and what legal action would be taken if the company has no valid claim. Oral Question: Lands Belonging to Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority - Trincomalee District (Q.1102/2025) Read →
- 26 September 2025 Hon. Thilina Samarakoon JJB AI summary As a member of COPE, Hon. Thilina Samarakoon spoke on the tabling of COPE’s Fourth Report of the 10th Parliament under Standing Order 120 and said the Committee is pursuing institutional reform and accountability across 457 public institutions, with 14 already examined. He highlighted findings concerning the Land Reforms Commission, including alleged use of Rs. 350 million for an organic fertilizer project outside its legal mandate without proper feasibility work, and the sale of 25 acres at Hantana/Uragala Estate at a very low price before resale as residential plots. He said COPE is working with the Lands Ministry to improve land valuation, staffing, land inventories and project proposals, and would continue exposing misuse of public resources and recommending reforms. Adjournment Debate: Fourth Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Read →
- 26 September 2025 Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran ITAK AI summary Hon. Thurairasa Ravikaran paid tribute to Thiyaga Theepam Thileepan and argued that Tamil rights issues remain unresolved, citing land settlement, political prisoners and militarization. He called for an immediate halt to the Kivul Oya project in the Mahaweli “L” Zone, alleging it would seize and submerge traditional Tamil lands, tanks, paddy fields and villages in Vavuniya North for the benefit of new settlers. He also urged the Government to stop the Mannar wind power project within residential areas, citing sustained local protests and prior discussions with the President, and demanded action against illegal fishing in Mullaitivu waters, questioning the inaction of the Navy and fisheries authorities. Adjournment Debate: Fourth Report of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Read →
- 26 September 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Hiniduma Sunil Senevi - Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs JJB AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Hiniduma Sunil Senevi responded to a Standing Order 27(2) question regarding Tissa Viharaya in Thyiddy, Valikamam North, stating that the site is not registered and that land ownership must be verified. He said no land acquisition process or Gazette notification has been issued under the Land Acquisition Act, and that the matter primarily falls under the Ministry of Lands, requiring coordination with his Ministry. He noted that the President, ONUR, the Justice Ministry, and a committee chaired by Vijith Rohan Perera are involved in ongoing efforts to address the issue, which he described as complex due to questions over registration and multiple sites bearing the same name. Ministerial Statement: Tissa Rajamaha Viharaya Construction Read →
- 26 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna complained that his questions had not received specific answers and objected to being redirected to another Ministry. He alleged that land in the North had been taken under the guise of development, questioned why M. Pradeeban had not been removed following a Governor’s letter alleging corruption, and asked for evidence of completed development outcomes in Jaffna arising from DCC decisions over the past year. Question under Standing Order 27(2): Palaly Airport Allocations Read →
- 26 September 2025 The Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. (Dr.) Ramanathan Archchuna raised a Standing Order 27(2) question to the Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation following a Jaffna coordinating committee meeting, seeking details on 2025 allocations and expenditure for Palaly Airport, Kankesanthurai, and Northern small harbours, with documentary evidence. He asked for clarification on land acquisition, legal ownership, compensation, and land releases connected to Palaly Airport, including whether similar uncompensated acquisitions occurred elsewhere. He also questioned the Government’s decision not to develop KKS as an international port, sought projections for Palaly’s viability as an international airport, and asked whether airport development was being used to retain land for military or political purposes. Question under Standing Order 27(2): Palaly Airport Allocations Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. Ramanathan Archchuna Independent Group 17 - Jaffna AI summary Hon. Ramanathan Archchuna opposed the proposed expansion of the Mannar wind power project, stating that the existing 35 turbines and planned additional turbines were degrading land and causing public resistance. He questioned the development rationale behind concentrating turbines in Mannar, referred to an unmet presidential undertaking for stakeholder consultation, and criticized continued project activity despite local opposition. He called on Mannar residents and religious leaders of all communities to unite against the current project design and associated excavation activities. Adjournment Motion: Ceylon Electricity Board Financial Status and Tariff Reduction Read →
- 25 September 2025 The Hon. M.A.M. Thahir ACMC AI summary Hon. M.A.M. Thahir supported concessions for tourism under the Import and Export (Control) Act but argued that benefits should reach local landowners, workers, fishing and farming communities rather than only large tourism businesses. He called for better organization of tourist areas such as Arugam Bay and Pasikuda, local sourcing of seafood, improved wages and opportunities for trained hotel-sector workers, and expanded fruit exports including star fruit and Karuthakolumban mangoes. He also urged the Government to release war-affected lands for cultivation, housing and livelihoods, particularly for Tamil-speaking Muslim and Tamil communities. He commended Nintavur schools for winning national Kabaddi titles and requested the Sports or Education Ministry to provide indoor facilities and continued support. Debate Continuation: Vehicle Import Regulations Read →