Manila is poised to experience smoother traffic flow as the Lagusnilad vehicular underpass officially reopened on November 28 after a six-month closure for extensive renovations addressing potholes and water leaks.
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To commemorate the reopening, local authorities conducted a small ceremony in front of the Manila City Hall at 8:30 a.m. The underpass, serving as a one-way road connecting Quiapo and Binondo to Taft Avenue, underwent a comprehensive overhaul as part of a broader city-wide initiative aimed at enhancing infrastructure and fostering sustainable urban development.
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The affected area during the closure, particularly alternative routes such as Padre Burgos, Roxas Boulevard, Kalaw Avenue, and United Nations Avenue, experienced significant daily traffic congestion. The Lagusnilad underpass renovation, costing a total of P75 million, focused on upgrading, concreting, and improving drainage to enhance both infrastructure and safety features.
Initiated on May 2, the rehabilitation project was initially slated for completion in September. However, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) requested a two-month extension to address technical repair works, including flood control, contributing to the slightly prolonged timeline.