Republic of Mauritius · National Assembly2024–2026 · 26ᵉ THERE MAY BE ERRORS OR INCONSISTENCIES Wednesday, 20 May 2026

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Sitting of Tuesday 5 May 2026

76 questions, one shortened day.

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Q #563
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affidavits in respect of applications for residence permits, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain i…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/563) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, Section 7 of the Immigration Act provides for the eligibility criteria for temporary residence permit for a non-citizen who has married a …

Q #564
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the Casinos of Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State Investment Corporatio…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/564) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed that the casinos have made operating losses of Rs272 million for the financial year ending 30 June 2025 and Rs121 million for …

Q #565
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the proposed Golden Visa Scheme, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Economic Development…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/565) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard to …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, recently, the Economic Development Board (EDB) has received multiple enquiries from foreigners who have expressed interest to relocate together …

Q #566
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Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d’Or, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commi…

Mr Beejan · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/566) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, Constituency No. 6, that is, Grand Baie and Poudre d’Or, comprises a mixed coastal, touristic, commercial and residential corridor. It extends …

Q #567
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MauBank Ltd., he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the financial situation thereo…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/567) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, MauBank Ltd is a subsidiary of MauBank Holdings Ltd, which, in turn, has the Government of Mauritius as its sole shareholder. With regard to …

Q #568
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the proposed introduction of the Freedom of Information Bill in the Assembly, he will state where matters st…

Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/568) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) NATIONAL MARITIME ZONE – MONITORING – NATIONAL COAST GUARD STATIONS

Q #569
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the national maritime zone, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, i…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/569) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) PRIVATE SECURITY SERVICE PROVIDER LICENCE – REGISTERED HOLDERS – APPLICATIONS – AVERAGE PROCESSING TIME

Q #570
Answered

the Private Security Service Provider Licence, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commis…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/570) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MR A.C.P & TWIN BROTHER – ARREST – REASONS & CIRCUMSTANCES

Q #571
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Mr A.C.P arrested on or about 03 April 2026 and the subsequent arrest of his twin brother, he will, for the…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/571) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) GEOPOLITICAL TENSION – FINANCIAL YEAR 2025-2026 – PUBLIC DEBT RISE – BORROWED SUMS

Q #572
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public debt, he will state whether same is on the rise beyond the estimated figure for financial year 2025-2…

Mr Etwareea · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/572) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENTS – TOTAL GROSS INFLOWS – ENCOURAGEMENT MEASURES

Q #576
Answered

Foreign Direct Investments, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Economic Development Boar…

Dr Aumeer · Port Louis South and Port Louis Central · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/576) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FAIR SHARE CONTRIBUTION – REVENUE PROJECTIONS, TARGETED INDIVIDUALS & COMPANIES

Q #577
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the Fair Share Contribution as announced in the Budget Speech 2025-2026 and subsequently amended following r…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/577) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in regard to …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) MUDDY/MURKY WATER SUPPLY – COMPLAINTS – REASONS & REMEDIAL MEASURES

Q #578
Answered

the E-Health Project, he will state – (a) whether provision has been made for the incorporation therein of t…

Dr Aumeer · Port Louis South and Port Louis Central · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/578) Dr F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the E-Health Project, he will state – (a) whether provision has been made for the …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Madam Speaker, the e-Health Project is currently being implemented by my Ministry under a comprehensive portfolio approach in close collaboration with the United …

Q #579
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patients requiring overseas medical treatment, he will state whether any institution and/or organisation is…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/579) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to patients requiring overseas medical treatment, he will state whether any institution and/or …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Three in one, yes. Madam Speaker: I think, maybe… Mr Bachoo: Please bear with me, I will be very fast. Madam Speaker: I do not think you will manage in five minutes. …

Q #580
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the Improvement of Livelihood of Coastal Communities through the Sustainable Development of Blue Economy, JI…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/580) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the Improvement of Livelihood of Coastal Communities through the Sustainable …"

Reply

Dr. Boolell: Thank you very much, hon. Member. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, first and foremost, I wish to pay tribute to those Mauritians, who spared no effort and acted promptly on …

Q #581
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the persistent traffic congestion in the town of Quatre Bornes, he will state whether consideration will be…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Land Transport

"(No. B/581) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the persistent traffic congestion in the town of Quatre Bornes, he will state whether consideration will …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, it is clear that the current traffic situation in Quatre Bornes is inextricably linked to the light rail system which operates at an …

Q #582
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the football grounds and mini soccer pitches within Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart, he wil…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Local Government

"(No. B/582) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the football grounds and mini soccer pitches within Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart, he …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, Constituency No. 7, Piton and Rivière du Rempart falls under the District Council of Rivière du Rempart and the District Council of …

Q #583
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the flood-prone areas in Constituency No. 14, Savanne and Black River, particularly, in the regions of Morce…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/583) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the flood-prone areas in Constituency No. 14, Savanne and Black River, particularly, in the regions of …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, at the very outset, I wish to point out the following. First, based on available data, the two places referred to in the question, namely …

Q #584
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the promotion of a paperless environment within the public service, he will state the measures being taken t…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Public Service and Administrative Reforms

"(No. B/584) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Public Service and Administrative Reforms whether, in regard to the promotion of a paperless environment within the public service, he …"

Reply

Mr Pentiah: First and foremost, Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I thank the hon. Member for his question. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the transition towards a paperless public service …

Q #585
Answered

the invasion of the Hog Plum Beetle, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the num…

Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/585) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the invasion of the Hog Plum Beetle, he will, for the benefit of …"

Reply

Dr. Boolell: I thank the hon. Member for putting the question. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed that the Hog Plum Beetle was first …

Q #586
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applications for the Basic Invalidity Pension received since November 2024 to date, he will, for the benefit…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Social Integration

"(No. B/586) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to applications for the Basic Invalidity Pension …"

Reply

Mr Subron: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that since November 2024 to date, my Ministry through the Medical Board has examined 27,308 cases of invalid's basic pension …

Q #587
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the pipe laying works and repairs undertaken in Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d'Or, he will, for…

Mr Beejan · Grand' Baie and Poudre D'or · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/587) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the pipe laying works and repairs undertaken in Constituency No. 6, Grand Baie and Poudre d'Or, …"

Reply

Mr Assirvaden: M. le président, la CWA m’informe que les travaux de remplacement de tuyaux ont été entrepris dans la circonscription numéro 6, à Grand Baie et à Poudre d'Or pour …

Q #588
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newborn K. S. admitted at the Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital in or about the month of February or April 2026, he…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/588) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to newborn K. S. admitted at the Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital in or about the month of February or April …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House that newborn baby K.S. was admitted in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) on 16 February 2026 following an …

Q #589
Answered

overseas medical treatment of Mauritian patients being organised by associations and private entities, he wi…

Mr Ramkalawon · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/589) Mr C. Ramkalawon (Third Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to overseas medical treatment of Mauritian patients being organised by associations and private entities, he …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/579) BLUP ISSUANCE – REVISED APPLICATIONS, CLEARANCES & PROCEDURES

Q #590
Answered

the application for the issue of a Building and Land Use Permit, he will, for the benefit of the House, obta…

Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River · to Local Government

"(No. B/590) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the application for the issue of a Building and Land Use Permit, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, at the outset, let me make it clear that application for Building and Land Use Permits, commonly known as BLUPs, are processed under the Local …

Q #592
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the International Vaccination Centre, he will state whether consideration will be given for the decentralisa…

Mr Caserne · Port Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/592) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the International Vaccination Centre, he will state whether consideration will be given for …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed that the International Vaccination Centre has been designated to provide specialised vaccination services in line with …

Q #593
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transport connectivity between Bel Air and Trou d'Eau Douce, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain f…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Land Transport

"(No. B/593) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to transport connectivity between Bel Air and Trou d'Eau Douce, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the NLTA that Bel Air and Trou d'Eau Douce are situated approximately four kilometres apart and there is presently no …

Q #594
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Mrs R. A. and Mr A. M., directors at the Financial Services Commission, she will, for the benefit of the Hou…

Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Financial Services and Economic Planning

"(No. B/594) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning whether, in regard to Mrs R. A. and Mr A. M., directors at the Financial Services Commission, she will, for …"

Reply

Dr. Ms Jeetun: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the FSC that four complaints have been received in respect of Mrs R. A and one complaint in respect of Mr A. M. Two of the …

Q #595
Answered

the Terre Rouge Verdun – Trianon Link Road, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Road Deve…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Land Transport

"(No. B/595) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the Terre Rouge Verdun – Trianon Link Road, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Road …"

Reply

The Minister of National Infrastructure (Mr A. Gunness): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, with your permission, I shall reply to this Parliamentary Question. Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the …

Q #596
Answered

water supply, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water Authority, information as…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/596) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to water supply, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) M4 MOTORWAY – RIVIÈRE DU REMPART-FLACQ-GRAND PORT– BENEFITS, IMPACT ASSESSMENTS & REASONS

Q #597
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the M4 Motorway linking the Rivière du Rempart District to the Grand Port District via the Flacq District Pr…

Ms Joanna Bérenger · Vacoas and Floreal · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/597) Ms J. Bérenger (First Member for Vacoas & Floréal) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the M4 Motorway linking the Rivière du Rempart District to the Grand Port District via the Flacq District …"

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(Withdrawn) BANCO VALOR INTERNATIONAL LTD – INVESTMENT BANKING LICENCE – DUE DILIGENCE EXERCISE – OUTCOME

Q #598
Answered

the Investment Banking Licence granted to Banco Valor International Ltd., beneficially owned by Mr A. S., sh…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Financial Services and Economic Planning

"(No. B/598) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning whether, in regard to the Investment Banking Licence granted to Banco Valor International Ltd., …"

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(Withdrawn) TRUST FUND FOR EXCELLENCE IN SPORTS – CHAIRPERSON’S REVOCATION – OVERSIGHT & GOVERNANCE CONCERNS

Q #599
Answered

the revocation of Mr N. V. as Chairperson of the Trust Fund for Excellence in Sports, he will state – (a) th…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/599) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the revocation of Mr N. V. as Chairperson of the Trust Fund for Excellence in Sports, he will state – …"

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(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES-MET OFFICE – GRANT FUND AGREEMENT – OBJECTIVES & BENEFITS

Q #602
Answered

Protection Orders in cases of domestic violence, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information…

Dr Aumeer · Port Louis South and Port Louis Central · to Gender Equality and Family Welfare

"(No. B/602) Dr F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to Protection Orders in cases of domestic violence, she will, for the benefit of …"

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(Withdrawn) FISHERMAN REGISTRATION CARD – CHARACTER CERTIFICATE – REQUIREMENT

Q #606
Answered

the Fisherman Registration Card, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether it…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/606) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the Fisherman Registration Card, he will, for the benefit of …"

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(Withdrawn) DRUG ADDICTION – ADOLESCENTS – HEALTH ISSUES

Q #607
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drug related health conditions, he will state the number of adolescents admitted in public health institutio…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/607) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to drug related health conditions, he will state the number of adolescents admitted in public health …"

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(Withdrawn) CONSTITUENCY NO. 10, MONTAGNE BLANCHE & GRSE – SPORT COMPLEX – CONSTRUCTION

Q #608
Answered

the provision of sports infrastructure in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East,…

Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/608) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the provision of sports infrastructure in Constituency No. 10, Montagne Blanche and Grand River South …"

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(Withdrawn) CONSTITUENCY NO.18, BELLE ROSE & QUATRE BORNES – CONSTRUCTION OF DRAINS

Q #609
Answered

the construction of drains in Constituency No.18, Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/609) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the construction of drains in Constituency No.18, Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes, he will, for the …"

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(Withdrawn) MRS A. R’S SON – MEDICAL TREATMENT IN INDIA – FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Q #610
Answered

the medical treatment undertaken by the son of Mrs A. R., in India, under the aegis of his Ministry, he will…

Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/610) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the medical treatment undertaken by the son of Mrs A. R., in India, under the aegis of his Ministry, …"

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(Withdrawn) ALA-LILA ONLINE PLATFORM – TAXI OPERATORS – REPRESENTATIONS

Q #611
Answered

the introduction of the Ala-lila online platform powered by Uber in Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of t…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Land Transport

"(No. B/611) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the introduction of the Ala-lila online platform powered by Uber in Mauritius, he will, for the benefit of …"

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CEB AGRIVOLTAICS SCHEME – IMPLEMENTATION – SUCCESS RATE

Q #612
Answered

the implementation of the CEB Agrivoltaics Scheme, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Ce…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/612) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the implementation of the CEB Agrivoltaics Scheme, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

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(Withdrawn) AFRICAN UNION – EXPORT MARKET DIVERSIFICATION – TRADE ENHANCEMENT POLICY

Q #613
Answered

Government's policy to enhance trade with member countries of the African Union with a view to diversifying…

Mr Etwareea · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to Foreign Affairs

"(No. B/613) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade whether, in regard to Government's policy to enhance trade with member countries …"

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(Withdrawn) FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM – PROPOSED IMPLEMENTATION – STATUS

Q #614
Answered

the proposed implementation of the Fleet Management System, he will state where matters stand.

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Land Transport

"(No. B/614) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the proposed implementation of the Fleet Management System, he will state where matters stand."

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(Withdrawn) LATE RAS NATTY BABY – MEDICAL TREATMENT IN INDIA – TOTAL EXPENDITURE

Q #615
Answered

late Mr J. N. É. also known as Ras Natty Baby, he will state the circumstances under which he was transferre…

Mr Beechook · Flacq and Bon Accueil · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/615) Mr R. Beechook (Second Member for Flacq & Bon Accueil) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to late Mr J. N. É. also known as Ras Natty Baby, he will state the circumstances under which he was …"

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(Vide Reply to PQ B/579) ELECTRIC BUSES – DEPLOYMENT – CHARGING STATIONS 113

Q #616
Answered

the fleet of 100 electric buses donated by the Government of India, he will, for the benefit of the House, o…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Land Transport

"(No. B/616) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the fleet of 100 electric buses donated by the Government of India, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

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(Withdrawn) RODRIGUES & MAURITIUS – MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKERS – SCHEME OF DUTIES

Q #617
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Medical Social Workers, he will state the – (a) number thereof posted in public hospitals in mainland Maurit…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/617) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to Medical Social Workers, he will state the – (a) number thereof posted in public hospitals in mainland Mauritius and …"

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(Withdrawn) MAURITIUS & RODRIGUES – USE OF PESTICIDES – CONTROL MEASURES

Q #618
Answered

the use of pesticides in agriculture in mainland Mauritius and Rodrigues Island, he will state the – (a) nor…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/618) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the use of pesticides in agriculture in mainland Mauritius and Rodrigues Island, …"

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(Withdrawn) MINISTRY OF LAND TRANSPORT – APPEAL COMMITTEE – PENDING APPEALS – MEASURES

Q #619
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the Appeal Committee of his Ministry, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the nu…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Land Transport

"(No. B/619) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the Appeal Committee of his Ministry, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information …"

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(Withdrawn) MONTAGNE BLANCHE – CREMATORIUM PROJECT – COMPLETION DATE – TIMELY OPERATIONALISATION

Q #622
Answered

the implementation of the crematorium project at Montagne Blanche, he will, for the benefit of the House, ob…

Dr Saumtally · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Local Government

"(No. B/622) Dr. R. Saumtally (Third Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the implementation of the crematorium project at Montagne Blanche, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

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(Withdrawn) INVALIDITY PENSIONS – BENEFICIARIES – REJECTED APPLICATIONS

Q #623
Answered

the Invalidity Pensions, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information, since January 2024 to da…

Dr Aumeer · Port Louis South and Port Louis Central · to Social Integration

"(No. B/623) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to the Invalidity Pensions, he will, for the benefit …"

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(Withdrawn) ELECTRICITY TARIFF INCREASE – HOUSEHOLDS & SMALL BUSINESSES IMPACT – MITIGATING MEASURES

Q #624
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the announced 15 percent increase in electricity tariffs as from May 2026, he will, for the benefit of the H…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/624) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the announced 15 percent increase in electricity tariffs as from May 2026, he will, for the …"

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(Withdrawn) GOODLANDS – PEAK HOURS TRAFFIC – DECONGESTION MEASURES

Q #625
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heavy traffic congestion occurring along the By-Pass from the Goodlands Roundabout to the level of Espace Ma…

Mr Beejan · Grand Baie and Poudre D'or · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/625) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to heavy traffic congestion occurring along the By-Pass from the Goodlands Roundabout to the level of …"

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(Withdrawn) SHELTER CAP L’ESPOIR – ACTING SHELTER MANAGER – DUTIES & QUALIFICATION

Q #626
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the Shelter Cap L’Espoir, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the identity of t…

Ms Anquetil · Belle Rose and Quatre Bornes · to Gender Equality and Family Welfare

"(No. B/626) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to the Shelter Cap L’Espoir, she will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information …"

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(Withdrawn) SUPERMARKETS LEVYING CHARGES – REMISES DE FIN D’ANNÉE & MARKETING FEES – IMPACT

Q #627
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the practice of supermarkets levying charges, including ‘remises de fin d’année’ and marketing fees on their…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Commerce and Consumer Protection

"(No. B/627) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Protection whether, in regard to the practice of supermarkets levying charges, including ‘remises de fin d’année’ and …"

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(Withdrawn) PUBLIC SERVICE – MEDICAL & HEALTH PROFESSIONALS – EFFICIENCY & ACCOUNTABILITY ENHANCEMENT

Q #628
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the recruitment, retention and discipline of medical and health professionals in the public service, he will…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/628) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the recruitment, retention and discipline of medical and health professionals in the public service, he …"

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(Withdrawn) WATER RESERVOIRS – DREDGING & MAINTENANCE WORKS & LA FERME RESERVOIR IRRIGATION USE

Q #32
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the water reservoirs, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water Authority, inform…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. A/32) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the water reservoirs, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water …"

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Reply: With regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the Water Resources Commission that dredging to existing impounding reservoirs already in operation is not carried …

Q #33
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the regular water supply issues being encountered in Alma, L’Espérance, L’Avenir, Ripailles and Nouvelle Déc…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. A/33) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the regular water supply issues being encountered in Alma, L’Espérance, L’Avenir, Ripailles …"

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Reply: I am informed that 24 boreholes have been drilled in the regions of Alma, L’Esperance, L’Avenir, Ripailles and Nouvelle Découverte. The Central Water Authority is already …

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OBITUARY DR. ABU KASENALLY Madam Speaker: Yes, hon. Prime Minister! The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, it is with deep sadness that we learnt of the demise of Dr. Abu Twalib …

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PAPERS LAID The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, the Papers have been laid on the Table – A. Prime Minister’s Office Ministry of Defence, Home Affairs and External …

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MOTION SUSPENSION OF S.O. 10(2) The Minister of Housing and Lands (Mr S. Mohamed): Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I beg to move that all the business on today’s Order Paper be exempted …

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PUBLIC BILL Second Reading THE CERTIFICATE OF CHARACTER BILL (No. II of 2026) Order read for resuming adjourned debate on the Second Reading of the Certificate of Character …

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ADJOURNMENT The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that this Assembly do now adjourn to Tuesday 12 May 2026 at 11:30 a.m. Dr. Boolell rose and seconded. Question put …