Light Rail Transit Line 1

Also known as LRT-1

The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) in Manila has received an increased rehabilitation funding of P1.48 billion to repair and enhance its structural integrity, addressing concerns raised by recent maintenance needs and safety issues. Despite facing fare increases and operational suspensions for maintenance, LRT-1 continues to serve as a crucial transportation link for daily commuters, connecting various parts of Metro Manila and beyond.

This is an AI-generated summary based on recent coverage.
Last updated at May 7, 2025.

Recent stories about LRT-1

LRT-1 limited service due to technical fault

The Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) operated on limited service from Dr. Santos Station in Parañaque to Central Station in Manila due to a technical fault.
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DoTr seeks P3B for new LRT-1 station in Talaba, Bacoor

The Department of Transportation (DoTr) has requested an additional P3 billion for the 2026 General Appropriations Act to build a new station in Talaba, Bacoor City for the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) Cavite extension.
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MRT-3, LRT-1, LRT-2 offer free rides on Independence Day

Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), Light Rail Transit 2 (LRT-2), and Light Rail Transit 1 (LRT-1) will provide free rides on June 12 to celebrate the country's 127th Independence Day.
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Over 1.2M free rides for Metro Manila commuters during Labor Day

Commuters in Metro Manila experienced over 1.2 million free rides across LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3 on Wednesday, May 1, as part of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s Labor Day 'Libreng Sakay' initiative.
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Metro railways suspend ops for maintenance Apr 17-20

Metro Manila's major railways will suspend operations during parts of Holy Week 2025 for annual maintenance activities.
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MRT-3, LRT-1, LRT-2 suspend ops April 17-20 for maintenance

The Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3), Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1), and Light Rail Transit Line 2 (LRT-2) will suspend operations from April 17 to April 20 for annual maintenance activities.
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MAP supports LRT-1 fare hike, citing contract compliance

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP), representing top business executives, supports the fare increase for Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) which took effect on Wednesday, April 2.
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LRT-1 fare increase starts April 2, single tickets at ₱20

Commuters will pay higher fares for rides on Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) starting April 2, 2025, following the Department of Transportation's approval.
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LRMC seeks P7.48 LRT-1 fare hike, citing improved service

Commuters riding Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT-1) may face higher fares as early as April if a petition filed by concessionaire Light Rail Manila Corp. (LRMC) is approved.
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DOTr: Budget cuts minimal impact on transport projects

DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista stated on Tuesday that budget cuts for 2025 would have a minimal impact on the department's 16 flagship transport projects.
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