Opening ceremony of 10th parliament set for tomorrow

The Tenth Parliament of Sri Lanka will officially convene tomorrow (21) with its inaugural session, marking the commencement of a new legislative term.

The Secretary General of Parliament, Mrs. Kushani Rohanadeera, has notified all MPs to arrive at Parliament by 9:00 a.m. tomorrow for the inaugural session of the Tenth Parliament.  

The session, commencing at 10:00 a.m., will feature President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presenting the Government’s policy statement at 11:00 a.m.  

Police officers will guide MPs’ vehicles to designated parking areas, after which members are to proceed to the entrance hall and wait until the quorum bell rings.

Mrs. Rohanadeera emphasized that the opening ceremony will be conducted with simplicity, in line with issued guidelines.

Meanwhile, a three-day orientation for newly elected Members of Parliament will be held at the Parliament premises from November 25 to 27, 2024, in Committee Room No. 01 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  

The programme, attended by key parliamentary figures, aims to educate MPs on their roles, legislative processes, committee systems, parliamentary privileges, and constitutional provisions. Sessions will include practical training on electronic voting and briefings on the Anti-Corruption Act, bribery investigations, and the Parliamentary Affairs Division.  

Department heads will also provide insights into their respective functions to familiarize MPs with parliamentary operations.