Good news for Las Piñas residents!
Senator Cynthia Villar recently led the inauguration of a 220-meter road expansion along River Drive. This project is part of the city’s continuous infrastructure development efforts aimed at reducing traffic congestion and making daily travel more convenient.
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The Expanded River Drive
According to reports, the newly opened road will connect to key routes and nearby areas, providing an alternative passage for motorists. This means drivers will have more options to bypass heavily congested areas, especially during rush hours. For those regularly commuting in and out of Las Piñas, particularly along the Alabang-Zapote Road, this expansion could potentially make travel faster and smoother.
What Could This Mean for Residents?
The River Drive expansion is expected to benefit the growing number of car owners in the city. With Las Piñas becoming more urbanized, more residents are relying on private vehicles as their primary mode of transport. This new road offers them an additional route, which could help ease their daily travel struggles.
Public transportation users could also benefit. Jeepneys, tricycles, and UV Express vans that typically get stuck in gridlock along major thoroughfares may now have an alternative route, making their trips faster and more efficient. Moreover, the expansion could potentially improve logistics and delivery times for businesses operating in the area.
Will This Help Decongest Alabang-Zapote Road?
Alabang-Zapote Road is infamous for its heavy traffic, especially during peak hours. With the River Drive expansion, motorists may finally have a viable detour, which could ease congestion on the main road. However, whether it will significantly reduce traffic in the long run remains to be seen. Sustained infrastructure projects and proper traffic management will be key.
