PBBM postpones EDSA rehab for better rerouting plans

Updated Sun, June 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM Published Sun, June 8, 2025 at 2:49 PM

President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. announced that the rehabilitation of EDSA will be postponed until solid rerouting plans are established and local government units (LGUs) are fully prepared.

Marcos cited concerns that the original two-year timetable for the rehabilitation would cause undue inconvenience and heavy traffic for commuters.

He emphasized that the postponement is necessary to refine plans and ensure the readiness of LGUs before proceeding.

Transportation Secretary Vivencio "Vince" Dizon mentioned that the President aims to expedite the EDSA rebuilding project from two years to six months.

The estimated cost for modernizing EDSA and making it flood-free is P8.7 billion.

Marcos instructed Dizon to revamp the plan within a month, as he has listened to the concerns of Metro Manila residents.

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