2026-03-04 / Oral Question: Paddy Harvesting and Purchase in 2025/2026 Maha Season (Q.1/2026)

Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna

2026-03-04

Hon. Susantha Kumara Nawarathna directed a question to the Deputy Minister regarding the implementation of agricultural modernisation initiatives, specifically referencing previous discussions about installing dryers and introducing new technology through the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB). The member sought clarification on whether additional institutions, beyond the PMB, are partnering with the Government to support these interventions.

Hon. Deputy Minister, especially with PMB now actively carrying out this task, last season we discussed installing dryers and introducing new technology. Beyond PMB, are there other institutions partnering with the Government to support these interventions?