From working escalators to new turnstiles, from x-ray machines to decorative plants, one of the busiest stations of the Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT1) just got an upgrade that can make the daily commute more bearable (maybe even convenient!) for the riding public.
Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) on Mon inaugurated the newly-renovated Doroteo Jose station, which links LRT1 and LRT Line 2.
The new design prioritizes accessibility, safety, and security of the passengers. The station now has PWD-friendly features, including working escalators and elevators.
According to Rappler, this is just the beginning. All the LRT stations will get an upgrade!
“The group of Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC) and Ayala Corporation is spending about half a billion pesos to rehabilitate and upgrade the 20 stations of Light Rail Transit Line 1 (LRT1). The first on the list is the Doroteo Jose Station in Sta. Cruz, Manila,” says the report.
In the following months, United Nations, Gil Puyat, Abad Santos, Pedro Gil and R. Papa will also be renovated.
The group aims to rehabilitate the 20 stations and train cars of LRT1 in 18 months.
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