CLASSES CONTINUE IN MANILA DESPITE TRANSTRIKE; SOME SCHOOLS SHIFT TO ONLINE LEARNING

(Photo by B. cuaresma)

In the face of a citywide transport strike, both public and private schools in Manila maintained their class schedules on Monday.

However, adapting to the transportation disruption, some institutions opted for online learning solutions.

The Manila Public Information Office (MPIO) reported the deployment of 122 vehicles by the Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau, and Manila Police District to aid stranded commuters.

To further assist the affected populace, the Oplan Libreng Sakay command center, situated at the Kartilya ng Katipunan beside Manila City Hall, was activated.

Mayor Honey Lacuna emphasized that the Oplan Libreng Sakay initiative aims to support commuters, particularly during peak traffic hours.

Importantly, she directed that the plan should not hinder public transport vehicles not participating in the strike from earning their income.

(ai/mnm)