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

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Sitting of 7 October 2025

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Q #814
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Mr. N. J. brought by the Police for questioning at the Central CID on 12 September 2025, he will – (a) for t…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/814) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) 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, I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that on 29 August 2025, Mrs K.D.J.H., Officer-in-Charge of the Mauritius Investment Company, made a …

Q #815
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the independent inquiry carried out on the advice given to the National Crisis Committee on the evolution of…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/815) 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

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed that following the passage and damage caused by tropical cyclone Belal in January 2024, the then Ministry of Local 26 …

Q #817
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the Mauritian economy, following the revision by the International Monetary Fund of its growth projections u…

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

"(No. B/817) 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 …"

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The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, as the hon. Member states in his question, in July 2025, the IMF raised its growth projections for the world economy from 2.8 percent to 3.0 …

Q #818
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the incidents which occurred at the Eastern High Security Prison, in Melrose, on 17 July 2025, he will state…

Mr Lobine · La Caverne and Phoenix · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/818) Mr K. Lobine (First Member for La Caverne & Phoenix) 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, the National Human Rights Commission has already, as I am sure the hon. Member knows, submitted its report on the incidents which occurred at …

Q #819
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rage incidents and violent and aggressive behaviour on the roads, he will, for the benefit of the House, obt…

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

"(No. B/819) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third 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 whether, in …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, with regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that since January 2022 up to 02 October 2025, a total of …

Q #820
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the fees, charges and collateral securities regarding loans granted by financial institutions, he will, for…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/820) Mr R. Jhummun (Second 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 whether, …"

Reply

The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I am informed by the Bank of Mauritius that, in respect of loans provided by financial institutions, the fees, charges and security requirements …

Q #821
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Mr K. P., he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the Ministries, Government Bodies…

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

"(No. B/821) 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

(Withdrawn) 137 DRUG TRAFFICKING – SOUTH WEST & WEST COASTS – SEA PASSAGES SECURITY

Q #822
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drug trafficking, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether the sea passages a…

Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/822) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second 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 …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that there are 17 sea passages which are located along the South West and West Coasts. These sea passages are policed by the …

Q #823
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the mandatory constitutional provision for every candidate for election at any general election of members o…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/823) Dr. Ms B Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

Reply: The people of this country have entrusted Government with the unequivocal mandate to modernise the electoral system to make it more democratic, representative and …

Q #824
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the Commission of the Prerogative of Mercy, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to…

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

"(No. B/824) 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 …"

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(Withdrawn) SPECIAL STRIKING TEAM – DRUG PLANTING ALLEGATIONS – REPORTED & PROSECUTED CASES

Q #825
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the allegations of drug planting by officers of the defunct Special Striking Team prior to December 2024, he…

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

"(No. B/825) 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

(Withdrawn) BETAMAX LTD & STATE TRADING CORPORATION – CONTRACT TERMINATION – COMPENSATION

Q #826
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the total sum claimed by Betamax Ltd., for the termination in 2015 of the Contract of Affreightment signed i…

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/826) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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Reply: I wish to thank the hon. Member for putting this question. It gives me an opportunity to expose yet another colossal blunder committed by the previous government for …

Q #827
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the flight MK 120 of 27 September 2025 to Rodrigues, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from Air…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/827) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) 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 the …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Acting Director of Civil Aviation and Air Mauritius Ltd that on 27 September 2025, prior to boarding the flight MK 120 for Rodrigues, passenger of 82 …

Q #828
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the 142 inquiry initiated into the death of S. K. in or about October 2020, he will, for the benefit of the…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/828) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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(Withdrawn) FORMER PRIME MINISTER’S ADVISORS – NAMES & PAY PACKAGES

Q #829
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the Advisers whose services were retained by the former Prime Minister, he will state the names and pay pack…

Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/829) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

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(Withdrawn) NATIONAL AGENCY FOR DRUG CONTROL – ANNUAL BUDGET – CEO & CHAIRPERSON’S BENEFITS

Q #830
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the National Agency for Drug Control, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the –…

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

"(No. B/830) 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) TRIOLET POLICE STATION – JURISDICTION – POLICE ASSISTANCE REQUESTS

Q #831
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the Triolet Police Station, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Commissioner of Police, i…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/831) 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

Reply: I am informed by the Commissioner of Police that the Triolet Police Station falls under the command and control of an Assistant Commissioner of Police and is known as …

Q #832
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the Mauritius Investment Corporation Ltd., he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain therefrom, informat…

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

"(No. B/832) 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

Reply: With regard to part (a) of the question, I am informed by the Bank of Mauritius that three companies in the construction industry have benefited from investment by the …

Q #833
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the water projects in Rodrigues, he will – (a) state the amount budgeted therefor during this financial year…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/833) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) 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 the water …"

Reply

Reply: With regard to part (a) of the question, an amount of Rs436.5 million has been earmarked for water projects in Rodrigues as follows – (a) Rs38.9 million in the budget of …

Q #834
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Mr P. G. who passed away in Mumbai on 30 September 2025, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain throu…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/834) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) 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) GENERAL ELECTIONS – LAW AMENDMENTS – MAURITIAN DIASPORA – RIGHT TO VOTE

Q #835
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the National Assembly Elections, he will state if Government proposes to amend the legislation aiming at all…

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

"(No. B/835) 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 …"

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(Withdrawn) CONSTITUTION – RIGHTS OF NATURE – PROPOSED AMENDMENT

Q #836
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the introduction in the Assembly of a proposed amendment to include the rights of nature in the Constitution…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/836) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Home Affairs and External Communications, Minister of Finance, Minister for Rodrigues and Outer Islands whether, in …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/816) CASINO DE MAURICE – PROFIT/LOSS RECORD (2015–2024) – STRATEGIC MEASURES

Q #837
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the Casino de Maurice, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the State Investment Corporation L…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Prime Minister

"(No. B/837) Mr R. Jhummun (Second 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 whether, …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the State Investment Corporation (SIC) that the Casinos of Mauritius have incurred cumulative losses of around Rs1.5 billion over the period 2015 to 2024. …

Q #838
Answered

the compulsory registration of dogs, effective as from 01 October 2025, he will, for the benefit of the Hous…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/838) Ms R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Agro- Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the compulsory registration of dogs, effective as from 01 October 2025, he will, …"

Reply

Dr. Boolell: Madam Speaker, I will seek your indulgence because the reply is quite lengthy and it will be three in one. Madam Speaker: You do not want to circulate? Dr. Boolell: …

Q #839
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the Chemin Grenier Market Fair Project, he will state the reasons for the delay in the coming into operation…

Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River · to Local Government

"(No. B/839) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the Chemin Grenier Market Fair Project, he will state the reasons for the delay in the coming into …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Yes, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, the construction of the new Chemin Grenier Market Fair started on 11 October 2021 and was initially scheduled to be completed by 10 …

Q #840
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the safety and environmental threats caused to road users and inhabitants in the region of Union Park, Beema…

Mr Ramdass · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/840) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the safety and environmental threats caused to road users and inhabitants in the region of …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Madam Speaker, waste carriers normally proceed to Mare Chicose Landfill via Cluny Road, B83, starting from its junction with the Phoenix-Plaisance Road, A10, over a …

Q #841
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the shortage of nursing staff in public healthcare institutions of the Republic including in Rodrigues Islan…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/841) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the shortage of nursing staff in public healthcare institutions of the Republic including in Rodrigues Island and the …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Madam Speaker, at the outset, I wish to reassure the House that Government is fully conscious of the shortage of nursing staff in our health institutions, including …

Q #842
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people with disabilities, he will – (a) for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to the number th…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Social Integration

"(No. B/842) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to people with disabilities, he will – (a) for the benefit of …"

Reply

Mr Subron: Madam Speaker, according to the Housing and Population Census 2022, Mauritius had a total of 86,607 persons with disabilities. Of whom, 82,815 were aged 16 years and …

Q #843
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his recent visit to Rodrigues Island, he will – (a) state the – (i) purposes and outcomes thereof; (ii) meas…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/843) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to his recent visit to Rodrigues Island, he will – (a) state the – (i) purposes and outcomes thereof; (ii) measures …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Madam Speaker, allow me to take the time of the House to underline once again that Rodrigues is an autonomous island, operating under the Rodrigues Regional …

Q #844
Answered

the provision of transport services to inhabitants of the southeastern coastal area from Ferney to Deux Frèr…

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

"(No. B/844) Mr A. Ramdass (Third Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the provision of transport services to inhabitants of the southeastern coastal area from Ferney to Deux …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the National Land Transport Authority that 69 taxis are licensed to operate from 13 different localities between Ferney …

Q #845
Answered

the compulsory microchipping and registration of all dogs with the Mauritius Society for Animal Welfare with…

Dr Prayag · Piton and Rivière du Rempart · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/845) Dr S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the compulsory microchipping and registration of all dogs with the …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/838) The Deputy Speaker: Hon. Fourth Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue. MAURITIUS QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY – MALIAN DELEGATION VISIT– …

Q #846
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the visit 55 of a delegation from the Republic of Mali to the Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA) from…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/846) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to the visit 55 of a delegation from the Republic of Mali to the Mauritius …"

Reply

Dr. Gungapersad: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Mauritius Qualifications Authority that a Malian delegation visited the MQA from 25 to 29 August 2025. My Ministry …

Q #847
Answered

the Jawaharlal Nehru Road, also known as Bassin Road, in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the Hous…

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

"(No. B/847) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the Jawaharlal Nehru Road, also known as Bassin Road, in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, ex-Route Bassin at Quatre Bornes stretches over 3.9 km and falls under the jurisdiction of the Road Development …

Q #848
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the private healthcare institutions, he will state if consideration will be given for the regulation of the…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/848) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the private healthcare institutions, he will state if consideration will be given for the …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, private health institutions in Mauritius are presently governed by the Private Health Institutions Act 1989 which sets out the basic …

Q #849
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the recreational sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius Sports…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Youth and Sports

"(No. B/849) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the recreational sports facilities, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Mauritius …"

Reply

Mr Nagalingum: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I am informed by the Mauritius Sports Council that there is one sports facility in Constituency No. 10 that falls under its purview, namely …

Q #850
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asbestos, he will state the number of officers of his Ministry qualified and trained by accredited instituti…

Mr Beejan · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Environment

"(No. B/850) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change whether, in regard to asbestos, he will state the number of officers of his Ministry …"

Reply

Mr Bhagwan: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to inform the House that the Enforcement Unit of the Solid Waste Management Division of my Ministry consists of 14 officers who are …

Q #851
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the bus routes in Constituency Number 13, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Tr…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Land Transport

"(No. B/851) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the bus routes in Constituency Number 13, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, further to concerns raised by the hon. Member during the Sitting of the House of 10 December 2024 regarding bus services in Constituency …

Q #852
Answered

the old bridges and footbridges, he will state if, following the collapse of an old bridge at Tranquebar on…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/852) Dr. Ms. R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the old bridges and footbridges, he will state if, following the collapse of an old …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, first of all, I would like to clarify that the incident to which the hon. Member is referring to occurred on 21 April 2025 and not 21 February …

Q #853
Answered

the islets around Mauritius, he will state the framework being envisaged for the regulation of trade and tou…

Dr Ms Daureeawo · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/853) Dr. Ms R. Daureeawo (Third Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the islets around Mauritius, he will state the framework being envisaged for the regulation …"

Reply

Mr Mohamed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I wish to refer the House to my reply to the PNQ of 6 May 2025. The House will recall that I referred to the situation that prevailed in that …

Q #854
Answered

Singamanie Village near Bois Marchand, he will state the number of squatters currently residing thereat, ind…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/854) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to Singamanie Village near Bois Marchand, he will state the number of squatters currently …"

Reply

Mr Mohamed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I would like to thank the hon. Member for her question. I am informed that there are some 41 squatters in the area commonly known as …

Q #855
Answered

the public hospitals and public 73 healthcare institutions, he will state the measures being taken to addres…

Mr Quirin · Beau Bassin and Petite Rivière · to Health and Wellness

"(No. B/855) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Health and Wellness whether, in regard to the public hospitals and public 73 healthcare institutions, he will state the measures being …"

Reply

Mr Bachoo: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, in response to the shortage of nursing staff and medical practitioners in public hospitals and health institutions, my Ministry has put in place …

Q #856
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Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Tertiary Educati…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Tertiary Education

"(No. B/856) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Tertiary Education, Science and Research whether, in regard 75 to Open University of Mauritius (OUM), he will state whether he is …"

Reply

Dr. Sukon: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, following posts on social media and articles published in the press, a group of students of the Open University of Mauritius had lodged …

Q #857
Answered

the Animal Welfare Act, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain and table the list of officers designa…

Mr Edouard · Rodrigues · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/857) Mr J. Edouard (Fourth Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to the Animal Welfare Act, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain and table …"

Reply

(Vide reply to PQ B/838) 77 NLTA – BUS ROUTES 251, 77, 42 & 20C – BUS SERVICES – COMPLAINTS & REMEDIAL MEASURES

Q #858
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bus routes 251, 77, 42 and 20C, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transpo…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Land Transport

"(No. B/858) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to bus routes 251, 77, 42 and 20C, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, there are four routes being questioned here in a busy conurbation. So, the reply that has been provided to me is six pages long. The …

Q #859
Answered

the coastal road on the stretches of Grand Port to Bambous Virieux and Grand Sable to Deux Frères, respectiv…

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/859) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the coastal road on the stretches of Grand Port to Bambous Virieux and Grand Sable to Deux …"

Reply

Mr Gunness: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I would like to refer the hon. Member to the replies I made to PQ B/223 on 25 March 2025 and to PQ B/616 on 08 July 2025 wherein I informed …

Q #860
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Nouvelle Découverte, 80 he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water Authority, info…

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

"(No. B/860) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to Nouvelle Découverte, 80 he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central …"

Reply

Mr Assirvaden: M. le président, avec votre permission, je répondrai ensemble aux questions B/860 et B/896 car elles portent sur la même question. M. le président, je suis …

Q #861
Answered

the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-One Stop Shop at Montagne Blanche, he will state the start and…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Local Government

"(No. B/861) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the construction of the Multipurpose Complex-One Stop Shop at Montagne Blanche, he will state the start …"

Reply

Mr Woochit: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, the Multipurpose Complex at Montagne Blanche was designed as a one-stop shop to bring key public services closer to the community. The project …

Q #862
Answered

the development known as “Le Hameau” at Beau Plan, he will state whether – (a) the promoters thereof were re…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/862) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the development known as “Le Hameau” at Beau Plan, he will state whether – (a) the promoters thereof were …"

Reply

Mr Mohamed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, this is indeed a very interesting matter. I am informed that the Morcellement Le Hameau because it is in fact a Morcellement, at least in …

Q #863
Answered

torrential rain and climatic disasters, he will state if consideration will be given for a proposed amendmen…

Dr Ms Thannoo · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Labour and Industrial Relations

"(No. B/863) Dr. Ms B. Thannoo (Second Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Labour and Industrial Relations whether, in regard to torrential rain and climatic disasters, he will state if consideration will be given …"

Reply

The Minister of Housing and Lands (Mr S. Mohamed): Yes, I am stepping in, Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir. With your permission, Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, I shall reply to this question. …

Q #864
Answered

Motor Vehicle Examinations, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport A…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Land Transport

"(No. B/864) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to Motor Vehicle Examinations, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport Authority, …"

Reply

Mr Osman Mahomed: Mr Deputy Speaker, Sir, as regards part (a), I am informed by the NLTA that the protocols applicable in case of discrepancies found in the course of examination …

Q #865
Answered

“Les Assises de l’Éducation”, held in Rodrigues, he will state – (a) the key observations and conclusions wh…

Mrs Henriette-Manan · Rodrigues · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/865) Ms D. Henriette-Manan (Third Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to “Les Assises de l’Éducation”, held in Rodrigues, he will state – (a) the key observations and …"

Reply

Dr. Gungapersad: No, I have… Let me use the two minutes. The Deputy Speaker: Use the two minutes, then briefly you say what you have but next time come with a hard copy of your …

Q #866
Answered

the Village of Amaury, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport Author…

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

"(No. B/866) Dr. S. Prayag (First Member for Piton & Rivière du Rempart) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the Village of Amaury, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport …"

Reply

Reply: According to information obtained from the National Land Transport Authority (NLTA), there are currently four bus routes plying through the village of Amaury, namely – (i) …

Q #867
Answered

the E-Services Platform Project of his Ministry, he will state the timeframe for the implementation thereof.

Mr Seeburn · Vieux Grand Port and Rose Belle · to Social Integration

"(No. B/867) Mr M. Seeburn (Second Member for Vieux Grand Port & Rose Belle) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to the E-Services Platform Project of his Ministry, he will …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) VALLÉE PITOT/TRANQUEBAR REGIONS – WATER SUPPLY – ADDITIONAL WATER PIPES

Q #868
Answered

water supply in Vallée Pitot/Tranquebar and adjoining areas, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain f…

Dr Aumeer · Port-Louis South and Port-Louis Central · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/868) Dr. F. Aumeer (Third Member for Port Louis South & Port Louis Central) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to water supply in Vallée Pitot/Tranquebar and adjoining areas, he will, for the …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Central Water Authority (CWA) that water supply in Vallée Pitot, Tranquebar and adjoining areas is 10 to 12 hours daily due to inadequate volume of …

Q #869
Answered

her recent visit to Rodrigues Island, she will state the purposes and key outcomes thereof, indicating the m…

Ms Collet · Rodrigues · to Gender Equality and Family Welfare

"(No. B/869) Ms M. R. Collet (First Member for Rodrigues) asked the Minister of Gender Equality and Family Welfare whether, in regard to her recent visit to Rodrigues Island, she will state the purposes and key outcomes thereof, indicating …"

Reply

Reply: I wish to inform the House that I led a high-level delegation to Rodrigues from 22 to 23 September 2025, in the context of the handing over of the Gender Policy for …

Q #870
Answered

the 300 tombs at the Saint- Jean Cemetery which were damaged during the floods which occurred between 08 Nov…

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

"(No. B/870) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the 300 tombs at the Saint- Jean Cemetery which were damaged during the floods which occurred …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) VALLÉE DES PRÊTRES, MORC. RAMLAGUN – FLOOD MITIGATION MEASURES

Q #871
Answered

flood mitigation measures within the region of Vallée des Prêtres, particularly in Morcellement Ramlagun, 15…

Mr Caserne · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/871) Mr L. Caserne (Third Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to flood mitigation measures within the region of Vallée des Prêtres, particularly in …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) POINTE AUX CANNONNIERS, VALE, GRAND BAY, FOND DU SAC, SOTTISE & GOODLANDS – IRREGULAR WATER SUPPLY – MEASURES ENVISAGED

Q #872
Answered

Pointe aux Cannonniers, Vale, Grand Bay, Fond du Sac, Sottise and Goodlands, he will, for the benefit of the…

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

"(No. B/872) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d’Or) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to Pointe aux Cannonniers, Vale, Grand Bay, Fond du Sac, Sottise and Goodlands, he will, for the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) VALLETA B6 BYPASS – SPEED CAMERAS & TRAFFIC LIGHTS IMPLEMENTATION

Q #873
Answered

the proposed installation of speed cameras and pedestrian traffic lights at the Valleta B6 Bypass, he will,…

Mr Venkatasami · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Land Transport

"(No. B/873) Mr P. G. Venkatasami (Third Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether in regard to the proposed installation of speed cameras and pedestrian traffic lights at the Valleta B6 Bypass, he …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) POLICE AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE BILL – PROPOSED INTRODUCTION

Q #875
Answered

the recurrent power cuts island-wide, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Electri…

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

"(No. B/875) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the recurrent power cuts island-wide, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Reply: At the very outset, I have to inform the hon. Member that it is incorrect to say that there are recurrent power cuts across the island. The Central Electricity Board has …

Q #876
Answered

the Port-Louis North State Secondary School, he will state the – (a) number of students enrolled thereat, in…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Education and Human Resource

"(No. B/876) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Education and Human Resource whether, in regard to the Port-Louis North State Secondary School, he will state the – (a) number of …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FLIC EN FLAC – LAND ACQUISITION – HOME FOR THE ELDERLY – CONSTRUCTION

Q #877
Answered

a plot of land situated at Flic en Flac acquired in 2015 by his Ministry, he will state where matters stand…

Mr Jugurnauth · Savanne and Black River · to Social Integration

"(No. B/877) Mr S. Jugurnauth (Second Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to a plot of land situated at Flic en Flac acquired in 2015 by his …"

Reply

Reply: The project for the construction of a home for the elderly at Flic en Flac is presently at design stage at the level of the Ministry of National Infrastructure. With …

Q #878
Answered

bus routes 5 and 243, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport Authori…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Land Transport

"(No. B/878) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to bus routes 5 and 243, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land Transport Authority, …"

Reply

Reply: According to information obtained from the NLTA, Route 5 (Baie du Cap to Quatre Bornes) extends over 48 km and involves 30 stages. It is served by twenty-one individual …

Q #881
Answered

junction Daruty and Vale, he will state if a survey has been carried out to assess the traffic congestion oc…

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

"(No. B/881) Mr N. Beejan (Second Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre d'Or) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to junction Daruty and Vale, he will state if a survey has been carried out to assess the traffic …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) TRIOLET & NEIGHBOURING REGIONS – RECURRENT WATER CUTS – MEASURES TAKEN

Q #882
Answered

the recurrent water cuts affecting domestic users, commercial operators and planters in Triolet and neighbou…

Mr Rookny · Pamplemousses and Triolet · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/882) Mr K. Rookny (Third Member for Pamplemousses & Triolet) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the recurrent water cuts affecting domestic users, commercial operators and planters in Triolet …"

Reply

Reply: I am informed by the Central Water Authority (CWA) that Triolet and neighbouring regions are supplied by water from Service Reservoirs at New Plaine des Papayes and Bois …

Q #883
Answered

the enforcement of the Road Traffic Act, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Lan…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Land Transport

"(No. B/883) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to the enforcement of the Road Traffic Act, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the …"

Reply

Reply: In relation to noisy motorcycles with altered exhaust systems which cause a nuisance in several residential areas throughout the island, it is noted that Regulations 83 and …

Q #884
Answered

Saint-Jean Road in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether an…

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

"(No. B/884) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to Saint-Jean Road in Quatre Bornes, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain information as to whether …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) CITÉ LA FERME, BAMBOUS – WASTE WATER NETWORK PROJECT

Q #885
Answered

the Waste Water Network Project in Cité La Ferme, Bambous, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain fro…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/885) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether, in regard to the Waste Water Network Project in Cité La Ferme, Bambous, he will, for the benefit of the House, …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) SPORTS INFRASTRUCTURES – CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Q #886
Answered

the sports infrastructures falling under the purview of his Ministry and that of the Mauritius Sports Counci…

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

"(No. B/886) Mr F. Quirin (Third Member for Beau Bassin & Petite Rivière) asked the Minister of Youth and Sports whether, in regard to the sports infrastructures falling under the purview of his Ministry and that of the Mauritius Sports …"

Reply

Reply: My Ministry owns 49 sports infrastructures, out of which 25 are managed by the Mauritius Sports Council (MSC). In addition, the MSC manages ten Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) …

Q #887
Answered

bus route 178 in Melville, Grand Gaube, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National Land…

Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Land Transport

"(No. B/887) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre D'or) asked the Minister of Land Transport whether, in regard to bus route 178 in Melville, Grand Gaube, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the National …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FOND DU SAC – COMPULSORY LAND ACQUISITION – PORTION NUMBER 40 – SETTLEMENT DATE

Q #888
Answered

the compulsory land acquisition of portion number 40 for the construction of drains for flood mitigation mea…

Mr Etwareea · Grand’ Baie and Poudre D'or · to Housing and Lands

"(No. B/888) Mr R. Etwareea (Third Member for Grand’ Baie & Poudre D'or) asked the Minister of Housing and Lands whether, in regard to the compulsory land acquisition of portion number 40 for the construction of drains for flood mitigation …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) ST JULIEN D’HOTMAN B24 ROAD – PIPE LAYING PROJECT – ROAD REINSTATEMENT 162

Q #889
Answered

the Pipe Laying Project along St Julien d’Hotman B24 Rd, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from…

Mr Venkatasami · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/889) Mr G. P. Venkatasami (Third Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether in regard to the Pipe Laying Project along St Julien d’Hotman B24 Rd, he will, for the benefit of the …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) SOCIAL REGISTER OF MAURITIUS – FREE INTERNET CONNECTION – FAMILIES REGISTERED

Q #890
Answered

the provision of free internet connection to families on the Social Register of Mauritius, as announced in t…

Mr Adrien Duval · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Social Integration

"(No. B/890) Mr A. Duval (Fourth Member for Port-Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity whether, in regard to the provision of free internet connection to families …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) AFRICAN NETWORK INFORMATION CENTRE – INTEGRITY PRESERVATION

Q #891
Answered

the African Network Information Centre, he will state the key actions taken to preserve the integrity thereo…

Mr Lukeeram · Mahebourg and Plaine Magnien · to Information Technology

"(No. B/891) Mr C. Lukeeram (Third Member for Mahebourg & Plaine Magnien) asked the Minister of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation whether, in regard to the African Network Information Centre, he will state the key …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) FLACQ DISTRICT COUNCIL – FINANCES MISMANAGEMENT– INQUIRY

Q #892
Answered

the alleged case of mismanagement of the finances at the Flacq District Council over the past ten years, he…

Mr Baboolall · Montagne Blanche and Grand River South East · to Local Government

"(No. B/892) Mr C. Baboolall (First Member for Montagne Blanche & GRSE) asked the Minister of Local Government whether, in regard to the alleged case of mismanagement of the finances at the Flacq District Council over the past ten years, …"

Reply

Reply: No adverse observation with regard to mismanagement of funds for the District Council of Flacq has been made by the Director of Audit over the last ten years. 163 I …

Q #893
Answered

ginger, he will state whether he is in presence of representations from planters thereof as to any unfair co…

Mrs Savabaddy · Port-Louis North and Montagne Longue · to Agro-Industry

"(No. B/893) Ms A. Savabaddy (First Member for Port Louis North & Montagne Longue) asked the Minister of Agro-Industry, Food Security, Blue Economy and Fisheries whether, in regard to ginger, he will state whether he is in presence of …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS & PREMISES – ABANDONED/RENOVATION STATE – PROPOSED REINSTATEMENT

Q #894
Answered

Government buildings and premises, he will state the number thereof presently lying in abandoned states and/…

Mr Babajee · Savanne and Black River · to National Infrastructure

"(No. B/894) Mr B. Babajee (First Member for Savanne & Black River) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to Government buildings and premises, he will state the number thereof presently lying in abandoned states …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) PRIVATE HEALTHCARE SERVICES – FEES & CHARGES – REGULATION

Q #895
Answered

the fees and charges for services provided by the private healthcare sector, he will state whether measures…

Mr Jhummun · Rivière des Anguilles and Souillac · to Commerce and Consumer Protection

"(No. B/895) Mr R. Jhummun (Second Member for Rivière des Anguilles & Souillac) asked the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Protection whether, in regard to the fees and charges for services provided by the private healthcare sector, he …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) UPPER NOUVELLE-DECOUVERTE – IRREGULAR WATER SUPPLY – REMEDIAL MEASURES

Q #896
Answered

Upper Nouvelle-Decouverte, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central Water Authority, i…

Mr Venkatasami · Quartier Militaire and Moka · to Energy and Public Utilities

"(No. B/896) Mr P. G. Venkatasami (Third Member for Quartier Militaire & Moka) asked the Minister of Energy and Public Utilities whether in regard to Upper Nouvelle-Decouverte, he will, for the benefit of the House, obtain from the Central …"

Reply

(Vide Reply to PQ B/860) LA LOUISE, QUATRE BORNES – FLOOD MITIGATION MEASURES – DRAINS CONSTRUCTION

Q #897
Answered

the flood mitigation measures in the region of La Louise, Quatre Bornes he will state if consideration will…

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

"(No. B/897) Ms S. Anquetil (Second Member for Belle Rose & Quatre Bornes) asked the Minister of National Infrastructure whether, in regard to the flood mitigation measures in the region of La Louise, Quatre Bornes he will state if …"

Reply

(Withdrawn) RIVIÈRE DES CRÉOLES, BOIS DES AMOURETTES, BAMBOUS VIRIEUX & GRAND SABLE – FOOTBALL PITCHES – LIGHTING FACILITIES 165

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PAPERS LAID The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, the Papers have been laid on the Table – A. Office of the President The Annual Report of the Ombudsperson for Children for the …

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MOTION SUSPENSION OF S.O. 10(2) The Deputy Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that all the business on today’s Order Paper be exempted from the provisions of …

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PUBLIC BILLS First Reading On motion made and seconded, the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation Bill (No. XXII of 2025) was read a first time. …

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ADJOURNMENT The Prime Minister: Madam Speaker, I beg to move that this Assembly do now adjourn to Friday 10 October 2025 at 3.00 p.m. The Deputy Prime Minister rose and …