The three lines will temporarily close throughout the remainder of the Holy Week.
In their respective advisories, the Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC), Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA), and the Department of Transportation (DOTr), which respectively manage the LRT-1, LRT-2, and MRT-3, announced schedule of the lines this Holy Week.
As per the operators, the three metro system in the National Capital Region (NCR) will be suspending their operations from Maundy Thursday (April 2) to Easter Sunday (April 5).
Through out the said closure of the lines, necessary maintenance works will be carried out.
“Our team will be utilizing this period to perform necessary maintenance checks and critical upgrades,” said LRMC President and CEO Enrico Benipayo.
He continued, “These rigorous activities are part of our commitment to providing a safe and seamless commute for our LRT-1 passengers.”
Benipayo also emphasized that all trains and core systems would undergo intensive testing and inspection before the resumption of normal operations to ensure the integrity of the entire LRT-1 network.
Likewise, the LRTA and DOtr said their maintenance teams will conduct comprehensive inspections and repairs on various components of the LRT-2 and MRT-3 railway systems, including trains, tracks, power supply, and other critical facilities.
The lines are expected to resume normal operations on Monday, April 6, and will follow their respective timetables.