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Launch of the OVP “Libreng Sakay” Free Transportation Program

Sara Zimmerman Duterte-Carpio • Secretary of Education • Aug 3, 2022

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The Office of the Vice President launched the Libreng Sakay free bus ride program to provide transportation assistance to commuters in several cities. Context: After the pandemic, many commuters struggled with rising transportation costs and limited public transport availability. Execution: The program deployed buses operating in: - Metro Manila - Naic, Cavite - Cebu - Bacolod - Davao - Tacloban The buses provide free rides for workers, students, and other commuters. Impact: - Over 3 million passengers served nationwide since the program started. - Expanded routes and additional hours were later introduced to accommodate more commuters.

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DateAug 3, 2022
JurisdictionPhilippines
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SubmittedMar 13, 2026
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