The cost of the Cavite extension of the LRT 1 has increased by at least P2 billion due to delays caused by the pandemic, according to Light Rail Manila Corp., which already spent P30 billion for the first phase of the railway project. | TyronePiad /PDI
“The target this year is to complete all civil and equipment installation works so we can focus on commissioning the entire line by next year,” Alfonso said.
The 11.8-kilometer extension project, which covers major cities such as Quezon City, Caloocan, Manila, Pasay and Parañaque, starts at the Baclaran station of LRT 1. It is designed to cater to up to 800,000 passengers daily.If all the right of way concerns were settled in 2023, the LRMC official said they could finish the rest of the project in three to four years.
“Despite the challenges we have encountered, we remained focused and committed to deliver on our promise of upgrading the commuter experience,” Alfonso said.
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