Sajith Premadasa demands 2026 budget progress data ahead of 2027 budget presentation
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Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa asked the government in Parliament on 22 October 2026 to disclose the progress of 2026 budget proposals before the 2027 budget is presented on 12 November.
Premadasa sought ministry-wise allocations, expenditures, and remaining funds as of 30 September 2026, along with updates on foreign direct investment, state-owned enterprises, and major projects across 28 sectors.
According to The Morning, the government sought indefinite time to respond. Deputy Minister Dr Anil Jayantha Fernando—named Anil Jayawardena by Thamilan—stated that annual performance is usually assessed at the end of the year.
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How the story developed
- සිPresident Dissanayake proposed a digital transformation authority, an AI center, and student broadband internet vouchers.
- සිPresident Dissanayake allocated 200 million rupees for a Katunayake Airport flyover to support re-exportation centers.
- தHarsha de Silva criticized the budget for lacking structural change and maintaining previous expenditure levels.
- සිOpposition Leader Sajith Premadasa accused the government of concealing economic data and manipulating budget figures.
