The city governments of San Juan and Mandaluyong have joined other Metro Manila cities in implementing blended learning in schools, and providing “libreng sakay” (free rides) during the nationwide public transportation strike. In coordination with the Schools Division Office, all public schools in Mandaluyong City were instructed to implement blended distance learning modalities from March 6 to 10. According to the Mandaluyong City Public Information Office (PIO), the decision was made to “ensure unhampered delivery of education services amidst the scheduled transport strike, unless revoked.” Meanwhile, all government service vehicles in the San Juan City local government, including vehicles in the city’s 21 barangays and public schools, will give free rides to commuters from March 6 to 10, in accordance with Executive Order No. 140, series of 2023. The routes to be followed in San Juan are as follows: * N. Domingo (Agora) to/from Ortigas (Connecticut) * N. Domingo (Agora) to/from N. Domingo (Broadway) * N. Domingo (Agora) to/from F. Blumentritt (Kalentong) * F. Manalo (Kalentong) to/from P. Guevarra (corner Wilson) * Bus Loop (Stops: F. Blumentritt, N. Domingo, Pinaglabanan, Santolan, Ortigas, Wilson)
Government vehicles are required to display a “libreng sakay” sign on their windshield. According to Executive Order No. 141, series of 2023, tricycles in San Juan City are allowed to operate during the transportation strike. The tricycle fare rates will remain, as approved by the Tricycle Regulatory Board (P10 per passenger for the first kilometer for regular trips, P1 per additional kilometer; P30 for the first kilometer for special trips, P1 per additional kilometer). Senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), solo parents, and students are entitled to P8 fare rates for regular trips, provided they bring their respective IDs. Other cities in Metro Manila have also set up libreng sakay options for commuters, as well as announced suspension of classes for public and private schools.