TRANSPORTATION Secretary Jaime Bautista has reassured commuters that the efficient EDSA Busway will not be dismantled in favor of private vehicles, dispelling recent concerns.
In an interview on Friday, Bautista emphasized that the dedicated bus lane, which serves thousands of daily passengers, will continue to operate but will be enhanced through a public-private partnership, focusing on the privatization of its operations and management .'No, the EDSA Busway will not be removed. There have been discussions, but it will remain in place,' Bautista clarified. Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista .
The transport chief's statements follow a recent meeting with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and other Cabinet officials to discuss the Comprehensive Traffic Management Plan aimed at addressing the worsening congestion in Metro Manila and its surrounding provinces.Bautista said the president underscored the need for a more efficient public transport system, affirming the government's commitment to improving mass transit options.
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