The Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (SAICT) has strengthened its partnership with the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) to improve road operations and traffic management in the National Capital Region.
Officials and representatives from both agencies recently convened to discuss further collaboration to ensure safe and efficient transportation for all commuters.
The discussion focused on key transportation issues, including the proposal to expand the number coding system to include TNVS (Transport Network Vehicle Services) and carpooling.
Both agencies also addressed concerns related to illegal road activities, reaffirming their commitment to enforcing traffic regulations and targeting violators.
The MMDA pledged to provide essential equipment and service vehicles, such as tow trucks and ambulances, to support SAICT’s road operations.
The Department of Transportation has deployed SAICT personnel to assist the MMDA in managing the high volume of vehicles on the road, especially along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue.
The agency sent at least 200 personnel to apprehend motorists using the exclusive EDSA bus lane, and to help regulate traffic in other parts of the metropolis.
The MMDA reported a 15% increase in vehicle volume during afternoon rush hour from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Apart from SAICT, the MMDA is also in close coordination with the Philippine National Police – Communications and Electronics Service (PNP-CES) in connection with the projects, programs, and initiatives to improve traffic management and road emergency response in NCR.
In a recent meeting, MMDA Chairman Romando Artes shared that the agency’s Mobile Command Center (MCC) can be used for traffic management, strengthening public safety, and promoting resilience during disasters and road emergencies.
The use of body worn cameras to improve the traffic system in Metro Manila was also discussed.
Artes also mentioned the MMDA Disaster Response Training Center being built in Carmona, Cavite that can be used for disaster preparedness and emergency rescue training.
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