Exclusive Lane for Buses to Continue Amid EDSA Rehab
The Department of Transportation says buses will continue to have an
exclusive lane on EDSA during its P7.3-billion rehabilitation.
In new reports, Transportation Secretary Vivencio B. Dizon said efforts
will be made in collaboration with the Department of Public Works and
Highways to minimize disruption to commuters through effective traffic
management strategies.
The rehabilitation will focus on EDSA's inner lane, which runs adjacent to
the Metro Rail Transit Line 3.
There were initial proposals to divert buses to other lanes during
construction; however, this was deemed likely to exacerbate traffic
congestion. Maintaining an exclusive bus lane is intended to alleviate
these issues.
The mobility advocacy group Move As One Coalition supports Dizon's decision
to prioritize buses over private vehicles to enhance the commuter
experience, especially amidst the rehabilitation.
Dizon said he intends to upgrade the busway and improve services, which
includes the establishment of dedicated concourses for each of the 23 stops
along the busway.
The transportation secretary appears to be prioritizing commuter needs over
private vehicle concerns.