EDSA Rehabilitation Progress Accelerates Ahead of Schedule in Metro Manila
EDSA, Manila's busiest highway, undergoes rehabilitation: Latest updates
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The rehabilitation of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) in Metro Manila is progressing ahead of schedule, with Phase 1 nearing completion. The project aims to modernize the highway before major international events in 2026, improving traffic flow and safety for over 400,000 daily users.
- 01Phase 1 of the EDSA rehabilitation covers the stretch from Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City to Orense Street in Makati and is nearing completion nearly two months ahead of schedule.
- 02The project cost has been reduced from approximately ₱17 billion to ₱5.8 billion due to revised construction methods.
- 03Phase 2 will extend from Makati to Monumento in Caloocan City, focusing on further road improvements and pedestrian facilities.
- 04The rehabilitation project began in December 2025 after multiple delays and is one of the largest upgrades to EDSA in over four decades.
- 05Authorities expect the improvements to enhance traffic flow and safety, supporting public transportation and preparing for the 2026 ASEAN Summit.
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The rehabilitation of Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), the busiest highway in Metro Manila, is progressing faster than expected, with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) reporting that Phase 1 is nearing completion nearly two months ahead of schedule. This phase covers the stretch from Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City to Orense Street in Makati and is part of a larger initiative to modernize the highway before significant international events in 2026, including the ASEAN Summit. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon noted that the accelerated progress is due to round-the-clock work schedules and updated construction techniques aimed at minimizing disruptions. The project cost has been significantly reduced from roughly ₱17 billion to about ₱5.8 billion. Preparations for Phase 2, which will address the remaining sections of EDSA, are already underway, with plans for asphalt overlaying, pavement repairs, and pedestrian facility enhancements. With over 400,000 vehicles using EDSA daily, these upgrades are expected to improve traffic flow, road safety, and the overall commuter experience.
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The rehabilitation of EDSA is expected to enhance traffic flow and road safety, benefiting daily commuters and pedestrians.
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