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Devotees climb atop the carriage carrying the Jesus Nazareno as it travels along Carlos Palanca Street near Quezon Bridge in Manila on Thursday. Maria Tan, ABS-CBN News

 

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Church, police all set for Nazareno 2026; ‘Hijos-Pulis’ to help secure Traslacion

Jessie Cruzat

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/176700814734417364446349801736444674735.webp" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="Devotees climb atop the carriage carrying the Jesus Nazareno as it travels along Carlos Palanca Street near Quezon Bridge in Manila on Thursday. Maria Tan, ABS-CBN News/FILE"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Devotees climb atop the carriage carrying the Jesus Nazareno as it travels along Carlos Palanca Street near Quezon Bridge in Manila on Thursday. Maria Tan, ABS-CBN News/FILE</span></span></span></div><p>MANILA — The Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno and the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said they are prepared for the activities related to Nazareno 2026, particularly the annual Traslacion in Manila.</p><p>According to church officials, aside from members of the Hijos del Nazareno, hundreds of police officers who are also devotees, called “hijos-pulis”, will serve as partners of the church this year to help ensure the peaceful conduct of the Traslacion.</p><p>Church authorities clarified that the “hijos-pulis” will not wear standard police uniforms but specially designed attire bearing the image of theJesus Nazareno.</p><p>“Ito ho ay pinasadya na uniporme na ang nakikita ay imahen ng Nazareno at ang nakalagay doon ay sila ang pulis ng Panginoon,” said Alex Irasga, Technical Advisor for the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno.</p><p>Four “hijos-pulis” will be positioned directly on the andas carrying the image of Jesus Nazareno.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/1/9/millions-of-devotees-participate-in-2025-traslacion-of-jesus-nazareno-0146">Millions of devotees participate in 2025 Traslacion of Jesus Nazareno</a></div><p>Others will be stationed beneath the andas to ensure that the rope used by devotees does not become tangled or cut. </p><p>The church reiterated that children or minors are strictly prohibited from holding the rope.</p><p>“But they can join the procession, meron hong bubuksan na porsyon sa gilid kung sila po ay magnanais na humila ng lubid… Hahayaan po natin ang mga deboto na humila ng lubid. The hijos-pulis is only there to ensure na organize at properly nahihila ang lubid,” Irasga added.</p><p>Most of the “hijos-pulis” come from the Manila Police District (MPD) and other units in the National Capital Region. They have undergone security activities, walkthroughs, and seminars in preparation for the event.</p><p>“Ang gusto pong maramdaman ng mga tao, ang pulis po nandiyan, para sa seguridad at kapayapaan. We do not want to have the impression na parang mini-militarize natin ‘yong pagdariwang ng procession,” said PLt. Col. June Abrazado, Assistant Chief for District Operations Division-MPD.</p><div> </div><div><strong>PROHIBITED ITEMS DURING NAZARENO 2026</strong></div><p>The MPD reminded devotees that several items are prohibited during the Traslacion. These include umbrellas, bladed or sharp objects, firearms, firecrackers or pyrotechnics, and glass water bottles.</p><p>Vendors are also not allowed to set up stalls within controlled areas. Authorities further advised individuals with illnesses, senior citizens, pregnant women, and children to refrain from joining the procession for their safety.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/1/9/traslacion-of-jesus-nazareno-the-first-hours-1224">Traslacion of Jesus Nazareno: The first hours</a></div><p>Wearing hats or hooded jackets is also prohibited under Manila’s Anti-Balaclava Ordinance.</p><p>“Mahigpit ngunit may puso. ‘Yon yong gagawin natin. Sabi nga natin, meron tayong ordinansa pero sabi nga natin kailangan pinapatupad natin ito na may puso… Sinasabi din naman sa ordinansa na may mga exemptions. Papaalalahan natin sila, papakiusapan natin sila,” said MPD spokesperson PMaj. Philipp Ines.</p><div> </div><div><strong>NEW ENTRY AND EXIT ROUTES</strong></div><p>Meanwhile, the church announced changes in the entry and exit routes for devotees to give way to the procession and allow easier access for emergencies.</p><p>Entry Routes: People’s Route to Church: Quezon Boulevard, Carriedo, Villalobos, and Palanca streets (from Carriedo and Quinta Market)</p><p>People’s Route to Grandstand: Quezon Bridge, Nagtahan/UN, Jones Bridge, McArthur Bridge (all through Taft and Kalaw Avenue)</p><p>Road Closures for Devotees: </p><p>a. Grandstand: Katigbak Drive, Independence Road, Roxas Boulevard corner Padre Burgos, Padre Burgos Street (Finance to Roxas Boulevard)</p><p>b. Quiapo Church: Evangelista, Paterno, and Ronquillo streets (exit routes only)</p><p>c. Route: Ayala Bridge, P. Casal Street, C. Palanca Street, Hidalgo Street (Guzman to Carcer St.)</p><p>“Sisikapin ho nating paunahin ang ating imahen ng Jesus Nazareno at ang lahat ng deboto at mamamasan ay nasa likod,” Irasga said.</p><p>The church also reminded devotees of the true meaning of faith behind the celebration.</p><p>“Ang pinakamahalaga pa rin dito, naisapuso at naisabuhay natin ‘yong mga aral na narinig natin. ‘Yong mga pagsisimba na ginagawa natin. ‘Yong mga pagdarasal na ginagawa natin na nagkaroon ito ng mabuti at magandang epekto sa ating buhay, pamilya, komunidad, at lalong-lalo na sa ating bansa,” said Fr. Robert Arellano, spokesperson for Nazareno 2026.</p>

<p>The Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno and the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said they are prepared for the activities related to Nazareno 2026, particularly the annual Traslacion in Manila.</p>

The Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno and the Philippine National Police (PNP) on Monday said they are prepared for the activities related to Nazareno 2026, particularly the annual Traslacion in Manila.