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MMDA discourages protesters from carrying backpacks in 'Trillion Peso March'

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Dennis Gasgonia

ABS-CBN News

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority on Saturday issued reminders to protesters to ensure public safety during the Trillion Peso March Against Corruption on Sunday.The protest rallies taking place at EDSA People Power Monument, EDSA Shrine and Luneta Park will coincide with the anniversary of the declaration of martial law on September 21.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/9/19/us-embassy-urges-citizens-in-ph-to-stay-vigilant-amid-protests-1940">US Embassy urges citizens in PH to stay vigilant amid protests</a></div> &quot;Paalala sa mga pupunta: huwag magdala ng mga backpacks para sa seguridad ng mga dadalo at mas mainam na transparent bag na lang ang gamitin,&quot; the MMDA said in a statement.The MMDA will implement full deployment of traffic personnel on Sunday to assist with the flow of traffic in areas where the crowds are expected to assemble.&quot;Nakahanda rin ang medic station ng ahensiya sa White Plains Avenue para sa mga mangangailangan ng atensyong medikal,&quot; the agency added.The MMDA also designated parking areas for buses, PUJs and vans at Temple Drive near the EDSA Shrine.Buses and other vehicles heading to the said area will have drop off points at Corinthians Gate along White Plains; Driveway beside Camp Aguinaldo Gate 4; and Caltex Station at Katipunan corner White Plains.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/9/14/afp-on-red-alert-amid-anti-corruption-protests-1542">AFP on &#x27;red alert&#x27; amid protests against flood control corruption</a></div>Protesters bringing their own vehicles are also encouraged to park at MOA, Ayala Malls, Cubao or North EDSA and then take the MRT or bus carousel going to their protest venues.Protesters are also encouraged to bring their own tumblers to reduce littering.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority on Saturday issued reminders to protesters to ensure public safety during the Trillion Peso March Against Corruption on Sunday.

The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority on Saturday issued reminders to protesters to ensure public safety during the Trillion Peso March Against Corruption on Sunday.