Sri Lanka Parliament to Convene for Crucial Four-Day Session from October 6-9

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Colombo, Sri Lanka – October 2, 2026 – The Parliament of Sri Lanka is set to gather for a significant four-day session next week, commencing on Tuesday, October 6, and concluding on Friday, October 9. The comprehensive agenda for this parliamentary week was officially announced following a recent meeting of the Committee on Parliamentary Business, chaired by the Hon. Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne.

This upcoming sitting is anticipated to address a range of critical legislative matters, government oversight, and private member initiatives, underscoring Parliament’s ongoing commitment to national governance and accountability.

Detailed Agenda for the Parliamentary Week

The schedule outlines specific times for various parliamentary functions, ensuring a structured and productive session:

Tuesday, October 6

  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Parliamentary business as per Standing Order 22(1) to (6).
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Questions for Oral Answers.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Questions under Standing Order 27(2).
  • 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Debate on two regulations (Gazettes No. 2493/36 & 2493/37) and one order (Gazette No. 2493/38) under the Foreign Exchange Act, along with a resolution under the Public Debt Management Act.
  • 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Government Adjournment Motion.

Wednesday, October 7

  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Parliamentary business as per Standing Order 22(1) to (6).
  • 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.: Questions to the Prime Minister.
  • 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Questions for Oral Answers.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Questions under Standing Order 27(2).
  • 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Opposition Adjournment Motion.

Thursday, October 8

  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Parliamentary business as per Standing Order 22(1) to (6).
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Questions for Oral Answers.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Questions under Standing Order 27(2).
  • 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Second Reading debate on the Anti-Corruption (Amendment) Bill.
  • 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Questions at the Adjournment Time.

Friday, October 9

  • 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Parliamentary business as per Standing Order 22(1) to (6).
  • 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Questions for Oral Answers.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.: Questions under Standing Order 27(2).
  • 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Debate on several Private Members’ Motions, including:
    • Hon. Dr. Harsha de Silva: Protection of the Diyagama Forest.
    • Hon. Chithral Fernando, Attorney at Law: Formulation of a programme to increase train services on the Puttalam Railway Line.
    • Hon. Amirthanathan Adaikkalanathan: Appointment of a Presidential Commission of Inquiry regarding the ‘Black July’ of 1983.
    • Hon. Lasith Bhashana Gamage: Systematic methodology for tree planting, management, and maintenance within road reserves.
    • Hon. Hesha Withanage Ankumbura Arachchi, Attorney at Law: Converting all Colleges of Education in Sri Lanka into University Faculties.
    • Hon. Chaminda Wijesiri: Formulating a programme to exercise justice to victims of microfinance loans.
    • Hon. Ravi Karunanayake: Making Sports Bodies in Sri Lanka free from politicization.
  • 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Opposition Adjournment Motion.

Significance of the Upcoming Sessions

The upcoming parliamentary sessions are critical for advancing key economic reforms, particularly with debates concerning the Foreign Exchange Act and the Public Debt Management Act. The Second Reading debate on the Anti-Corruption (Amendment) Bill highlights the government’s legislative efforts to bolster transparency and accountability. Furthermore, the inclusion of several Private Members’ Motions on diverse topics such as environmental protection, infrastructure development, historical reconciliation, education reform, and social justice demonstrates the active engagement of individual Members of Parliament in addressing public concerns.

As the nation looks towards the 2027 Budget cycle, already outlined for November and December, these preceding sessions provide a vital platform for legislative scrutiny and democratic discourse, setting the stage for future policy implementations. DailyFC will provide continuous coverage of these important parliamentary proceedings.

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