Rs. 7.5bn. supplementary estimate for Yala paddy purchases, approved

The Supplementary Estimate to provide Rs. 7500 million required to purchase paddy from the 2026 Yala season was approved by Parliament today (Aug. 21). The estimate, presented by Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation Minister – K.D. Lal Kantha, was subsequently debated from 11.30 am – 12.30 pm today.