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General21 August 2026

Supplementary estimate presented to purchase paddy for Yala season

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A supplementary estimate to secure Rs.7,500 million required to purchase paddy for the Yala season this year is being presented to Parliament today (21).


The Committee on Parliamentary Business decided yesterday to hold the debate on the matter from 11.30 am to 12.30 pm.

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