President Anura Kumara Dissanayake arrived in Parliament a short while ago to present the 2026 National Budget.
Earlier this morning (07), the Cabinet of Ministers granted approval for the 2026 Budget to be presented in Parliament during a special Cabinet meeting.
Accordingly, the Second Reading of the Appropriation Bill for the fiscal year 2026 — the country’s 80th Budget Speech — will be delivered by President Dissanayake, in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, beginning at 1:30 p.m. today.
This marks the second budget proposal presented by the National People’s Power (NPP) government.
The Budget Debate on the Appropriation Bill is scheduled to take place from tomorrow (08) until December 5, with the second reading vote to be held on November 14 at 6:00 p.m.
The Committee Stage debate will continue for 17 days, from November 15 to December 5, followed by the third reading vote at 6:00 p.m. on December 5.
According to the Department of Communication of Parliament, debates will be held daily throughout the Budget Period, excluding public holidays and Sundays.
