EDSA Rehabilitation Project Postponed: Marcos Orders Delay, Traffic Concerns Rise

EDSA Road Rehabilitation Project Postponed in the Philippines Metro Manila, Philippines – The highly anticipated rehabilitation project for EDSA, a major thoroughfare in Metro Manila, has been postponed indefinitely, according to a recent announcement from President Bongbong Marcos. The decision, effective immediately, has been met with a mix of reactions from commuters and officials alike. "Postponed or postponed for now is the rehabilitation project in EDSA," stated a news anchor in a recent GMA Integrated News report. "This follows the directive of President Bongbong Marcos." The anchor further explained that the project, originally slated to begin on June 13th, will now be delayed for at least a month to allow for further review and planning by the Department of Transportation (DOTr) and the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). The delay is expected to impact traffic flow in the already congested EDSA. To mitigate the potential for increased traffic congestion, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has announced that the odd-even number coding scheme will not be implemented during the postponement period. The MMDA is currently exploring alternative traffic management strategies. The DPWH had previously estimated that the EDSA rebuild could take up to two years to complete. However, President Marcos is aiming to expedite the process, hoping to complete the project within six months. While the postponement is sure to cause inconvenience, the additional time for planning and review could ultimately lead to a more efficient and effective rehabilitation project. The government's commitment to finding alternative traffic solutions shows their dedication to minimizing disruption for commuters.