Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko” Moreno Domagoso has ordered the suspension of face-to-face classes in all public and private schools in the capital on November 17 (Monday) and November 18 (Tuesday) to give way to the peaceful rally of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) at the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta.
Domagoso said all schools in Manila are advised to shift to Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) during the two-day class suspension.
“All schools are advised to implement Alternative Delivery Mode or ADM.”
“I am ordering the suspension of face-to-face classes in all levels on November 17 and 18. All schools are advised to implement Alternative Delivery Mode or ADM,” the mayor said.
Domagoso said the city government will also provide “perimeter support,” including traffic, parking, police and medical assistance throughout the event to ensure order and public safety around the Luneta area.
“While we know that the INC is very organized whenever it holds a rally, the City Government of Manila will deploy teams to monitor and provide assistance outside Rizal Park,” he said.
Domagoso added that 14 ambulance vehicles will be stationed in key locations surrounding the venue for medical emergencies.
He also noted that although the INC is known for leaving its rally sites clean, the Department of Public Services (DPS) will still be mobilized to maintain cleanliness, especially in areas where ambulant vendors are expected to gather.
“We want to make sure the surroundings remain orderly even beyond the main rally grounds.”
“We want to make sure the surroundings remain orderly even beyond the main rally grounds,” Domagoso said.
He said the Manila Police District (MPD) will secure the outer perimeter and nearby streets, while Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) traffic enforcers will be deployed to manage vehicular flow during the three-day event.
