Free MRT-3, LRT-2 rides Apr 9 peak hrs; extended free access vets
Passengers of Metro Manila's light rail systems will enjoy free rides on Tuesday, April 9, to commemorate Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor), a public holiday.
The MRT-3 and LRT-2 are offering free rides during peak hours for the general public: from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with extended free access for World War II veterans until April 11 as part of Philippine Veterans Week.
Veterans and their companions can ride MRT-3 and LRT-2 for free throughout the entire operating hours on April 9, while LRT-2 provides free rides from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., with special peak hour offers also available.
Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) will operate under regular schedules on April 9 and 10, without any free ride promotions, as part of the commemoration activities.
The Department of Transportation emphasizes that this initiative is a way to honor veterans and modern-day heroes during Araw ng Kagitingan.
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