DPWH reactivates ‘Lakbay-Alalay’ Program for upcoming Undas

MANILA: The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has reactivated its “Lakbay-Alalay” Program for the upcoming All Souls’ Day and All Saints’ Day.

Per the agency, the said initiative will see composite teams who will help manage the anticipated surge of motorists in strategic locations nationwide.

The DPWH Lakbay Alalay Teams comprise uniformed field and crew personnel working on a round-the-clock shift along identified stations. Their assistance will ensure smoother and safer travel from October 31 (8 a.m.) to November 2 (5 p.m.).

“We are expecting the influx of motorists for Undas 2024, we are mobilizing our Lakbay Alalay Motorists Assistance Stations to provide prompt and reliable assistance to the traveling public,” DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan said.

In addition, DPWH Regional and District Engineering Offices nationwide are also actively conducting routine maintenance activities on national roads, primarily on routes leading to cemeteries and churches.

Further, implementing offices with ongoing projects along major routes were ordered to align project schedules, including the installation of road safety signages and traffic advisories, to prevent traffic congestion and unwarranted accidents.

To note, DPWH has been conducting massive cleanup drives and repair works on national roads and bridges to ensure road safety and an efficient travel experience for the upcoming holidays.

“DPWH is also working closely with other government agencies including the Land Transportation Office, the Philippine National Police, and Local Government Units for any needed assistance,” the agency wrote in a press release.

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