Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso has ordered the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public and private schools in the city on Nov. 17 and 18 to make way for a three-day anti-corruption rally organized by the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) at the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta.
“I am ordering the suspension of face-to-face classes in all levels on November 17 and 18. All schools are advised to implement Alternative Delivery Mode or ADM,” Domagoso said.
To ensure public safety and maintain order during the event, the city government will deploy support services including traffic management, parking coordination, police presence, and medical assistance.
Fourteen ambulances will be strategically stationed around the venue to respond to any medical emergencies.
Meanwhile, the Manila Police District (MPD) will secure the outer perimeter and nearby streets, while Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) traffic enforcers will manage vehicular flow during the event.
Manila’s Department of Public Services (DPS) will also be mobilized to maintain cleanliness, especially in areas where ambulant vendors are expected to gather.
“While we know that the INC is very organized whenever it holds a rally, the city government of Manila will deploy teams to monitor and provide assistance outside Rizal Park,” Domagoso said.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) had earlier said police forces in Metro Manila will be on highest security alert status as part of its measures to ensure peace and order during the three-day protest action by the religious group starting on Nov. 16.
Around 300,000 are expected to attend the demonstrations. (Patrick Garcia)
