Srilanka, March 21 -- The third reading of the 2025 Budget, also known as the Committee Stage vote, is set to take place today (21) at 6:00 pm.

The Appropriation Bill for the 2025 Budget was first presented to Parliament on January 9, 2025. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as Minister of Finance, delivered the Budget speech on February 17 at 10:30 am.

Following this, the Second Reading Debate was held over seven days from February 18 to 25, culminating in a vote on February 25 at 6:00 pm.

The Committee Stage debate on the Appropriation Bill lasted for 19 days, including four Saturdays, from February 27 to March 21. The final vote on the Budget is scheduled for this evening.

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