DOTr sec reaffirms support for Edsa Busway, pledges efficiency improvements
New Department of Transportation (DOTr) Secretary Vivencio Dizon has reaffirmed support for retaining the Edsa Busway despite recent discussions about its removal.
Dizon stated during a Palace press conference on Friday that the busway is essential and beneficial to commuters, reducing travel time along EDSA highway.
In response to MMDA acting Chair Don Artes' suggestion of removing the busway once MRT 3 capacity expands, Dizon pledged collaboration with MMDA and DPWH to enhance system efficiency.
Dizon also agreed with his predecessor's proposal to privatize the Edsa Busway as a means to improve infrastructure management in the country.
The new secretary emphasized immediate improvements such as stricter timetables for operations to make the busway more efficient.
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