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Rallyists gather in Manila, barricades rise near Malacañang Palace for EDSA anniversary

Published Feb 25, 2026 12:04 pm  |  Updated Feb 25, 2026 01:07 pm
Rallyists began gathering at key locations across Manila early Wednesday, Feb. 25, as the nation commemorated the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, while police tightened security around major roads leading to Malacañang Palace.
Members of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan march toward Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila as part of protest actions marking the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Feb. 25, 2026.
Members of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan march toward Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila as part of protest actions marking the 40th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Feb. 25, 2026.
Manila Police District (MPD) Spokesperson Maj. Phipp Ines told Manila Bulletin that around 150 rallyists were seen marching along Legarda Street early Wednesday.
Rallyists also began gathering at MacArthur Bridge in Manila, where some groups held programs to mark the anniversary. Police were also deployed in the area to monitor the situation.

Several members of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan and allied groups also held a program at Plaza Lacson in Sta. Cruz, before marching toward Liwasang Bonifacio.

They were carrying banners, expressing their calls as part of the anniversary mobilization.
In a statement, the group said its activity was part of broader nationwide actions marking the EDSA anniversary, with participants expected to join larger demonstrations later in the day.
Protesters from Bagong Alyansang Makabayan arrive at Liwasang Bonifacio after holding a program in Sta. Cruz, Manila, during the EDSA anniversary mobilization.
Protesters from Bagong Alyansang Makabayan arrive at Liwasang Bonifacio after holding a program in Sta. Cruz, Manila, during the EDSA anniversary mobilization.
Meanwhile, personnel of the MPD were deployed across several strategic locations in Manila, including General Solano Street, Ayala Bridge, and roads leading to Malacañang, to ensure security and manage possible protest actions.
Ines said around 5,800 police personnel, including augmentation forces from Police Regional Offices 3 and 4A, the Regional Headquarters, and the National Capital Region Police Office, were deployed to monitor key areas in Manila.
Barriers were installed, and police officers were stationed at key entry points, particularly near Mendiola and Malacañang, which have historically been focal areas for demonstrations.
As of 10 a.m., traffic remained passable along major roads, including the intersection of Recto Avenue and Mendiola Street, despite the ongoing preparations and protest activities.
Police maintained visibility in multiple areas, including MacArthur Bridge and Ayala Bridge, as part of heightened security measures for the anniversary.
Authorities earlier reminded the public of security protocols in Manila while monitoring protest activities expected throughout the day.

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