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CL police secure DPWH flood control inspections
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has directed its regional offices to provide security for inspection teams from the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and local government units (LGUs) tasked with assessing infrastructure projects.
This move is in support of a Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) directive aimed at safeguarding DPWH officials investigating alleged irregularities in flood control projects.
PNP Acting Chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. affirmed the commitment of all police units to protect flood control projects, emphasizing their importance in shielding communities.
In Central Luzon, the Police Regional Office 3 (PRO3) is providing security assistance to DPWH personnel conducting inspections of flood control projects.
PRO3 Regional Director Brig. Gen. Ponce Rogelio I. Peñones Jr. stated that these projects are vital to disaster preparedness and that ensuring the safety of those working on them is their responsibility.
The intensified focus on corruption in flood control projects was initiated following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s pronouncement during his State of the Nation Address in July.
The directive comes at a time when the country has experienced severe flooding due to the southwest monsoon and recent tropical cyclones.
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