Parliament
Budget Committee stage debate in Parliment continues today
Aruna Shantha
08-Mar-2025 10:24:19
Today marks the ninth day of the 2025 Budget Committee debate, with lawmakers set to discuss the expenditure heading of the Ministry of Women and Children's Affairs. The committee, which began deliberations on February 27, has been scrutinizing the various sectors of the national budget.
The ongoing debate, which is scheduled to last for 19 days, is set to continue until March 21. Afterward, the third reading vote on the budget for the 2025 fiscal year is slated for March 21, where lawmakers will make final decisions on the country's financial allocations for the upcoming year.
As the discussions progress, members of the committee are expected to focus on key issues related to gender equality, children's welfare, and the ministry's plans for the coming year. This is a crucial moment in the national budgeting process as the committee works to ensure that funds are allocated effectively to address the needs of these vital sectors.
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