LTO-6 deploys enforcers for Undas travel rush in Western Visayas

ILOILO CITY — The Land Transportation Office Region 6 (LTO-6) will deploy law enforcement teams and deputized personnel from Oct. 23 to Nov. 4 to inspect public utility vehicles, monitor transport terminals and assist motorists during the Undas travel rush.

The operation aims to ensure passenger safety, prevent road accidents and address illegal transport activities as thousands of travelers are expected to visit their hometowns and cemeteries for All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day.

Under “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Undas 2026,” personnel will be stationed at major transport hubs serving Iloilo City, including the Mohon, People’s, Ungka and Tagbac terminals, as well as seaports and the airport.

Enforcement teams will inspect vehicle roadworthiness, verify driver compliance with regulations and monitor adherence to passenger safety requirements.

The agency will also intensify operations against colorum vehicles, or public transport units operating without the required government authorization, which may take advantage of increased passenger demand during the holiday period.

LTO-6 Regional Director Gaudioso P. Geduspan II and Assistant Regional Director Jeck D. Conlu recently met with Regional Law Enforcement Section Chief Jetster T. Mandadero, deputized personnel and division chiefs to finalize deployment plans and enforcement priorities.

The preparations follow a directive from LTO Chief Assistant Secretary Markus V. Lacanilao under the overall guidance of Transportation Secretary Giovanni Lopez.

Two-phase deployment

The operation will be implemented in two phases to address different travel patterns during the Undas observance.

The first phase, scheduled for Oct. 23-27, will focus on pre-Undas preparations and outbound travel.

Activities will include terminal inspections, random drug testing of public utility vehicle (PUV) drivers and monitoring of major outbound routes.

Road safety campaigns will emphasize seat belt use, avoiding distracted driving, child passenger safety and compliance with motorcycle safety regulations.

The second phase, running from Oct. 28 to Nov. 4, will cover the holiday observance and the return of travelers to their workplaces and schools.

During this period, enforcement teams will monitor major roads and access routes to cemeteries and memorial parks, where increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic is expected.

Personnel deployments will be adjusted based on passenger volume, traffic conditions and reported incidents to address emerging road safety concerns.

 

Crackdown on erring taxi drivers

The Undas operation will also include “Oplan Isnabero,” which targets taxi drivers who refuse passengers, charge excessive fares or engage in other unlawful practices.

The campaign seeks to protect commuters from abusive transport practices, particularly during periods of increased passenger demand.

Law enforcers, deputized personnel and support staff will remain deployed through Nov. 4 to assist motorists and commuters during their return trips.

LTO-6 said the coordinated enforcement activities will focus on maintaining safe, orderly and efficient travel throughout the Undas period.