Subway project to boost QC economy, says lawmaker | Inquirer News

Subway project to boost QC economy, says lawmaker

By: - Reporter / @JMangaluzINQ
/ 09:21 PM May 02, 2023

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A map supplied by the DOTr shows the areas where the subway’s stations will be built, and their position in relation to the three existing train lines—Metro Rail Transit 3 and Light Rail Transit Lines 1 and 2.

 

MANILA, Philippines —  Quezon City First District Rep. Juan Carlos “Arjo” Atayde on Tuesday said that the planned Metro Manila Subway Project will help boost the city’s economy upon its completion.

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The subway is expected to be operational by 2028. The construction of two more stations kicked off last April 28. 

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“Quezon City’s economy will continuously progress and grow once this project becomes operational in 2028,” Atayde said in a statement.

Atayde said that commuters can quickly access Quezon City’s business districts, government offices, and private offices.   

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“It will also help ease the traffic in Metro Manila. So it’s admirable to see the start of this project,” he added. 

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According to the Department of Transportation, the subway station is expected to connect with the LRT 1, LRT 2, MRT 3 and MRT 7. It is expected to have a capacity of 519,000 passengers.

 

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