The government’s Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue (EDSA) Greenways Project will improve the experience for commuters in the National Capital Region (NCR) as well as transform cities into becoming greener.

During a meeting of the EDSA Greenways Project Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (PIACC) on Tuesday, Department of Transportation (DOTr) Assistant Secretary for Road Transport and Infrastructure James Andres Melad said the project aimed to boost economic growth through better transportation system.

“This harmonization is crucial for shaping a more sustainable future and creating greener cities that are safe, commuter and pedestrian-friendly, as well as accessible for all,” Melad said.

The Greenways project is composed of elevated pedestrian walkways in Balintawak and Cubao in Quezon City, Guadalupe in Makati City, and Taft Avenue in Pasay City.

It will connect pedestrians and commuters to mass transit stations to help promote the use of public transport.

The PIACC meeting was attended by representatives from partner national government agencies and local government units where they discussed resettlement and livelihood assistance for those affected by the project. (PNA)