DILG: Over 57K informal settler families relocated under Manila Bay rehab
A total of 57,134 informal settler families in flood prone areas have been relocated under the Manila Bay rehabilitation program, the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) said Friday.
"The DILG reaffirmed its commitment to flood risk reduction, highlighting the resettlement of 57,134 informal settler families (ISFs) from high-risk zones under the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation, and Preservation Program (MBCRPP)," the agency said in a statement.
"These ISFs, previously living along waterways and easement areas vulnerable to typhoons and monsoons, were relocated to government-owned housing units to improve their safety and resilience," it added.
Based on DILG data, 23.93% of the 238,747 identified ISFs have been relocated so far, with Metro Manila having the highest rate of relocation at 36.56%, followed by Calabarzon at 21.06%.
A total of 61 concerned local government units (LGUs) have completed socialized housing projects for the affected families. However, 90 socialized housing projects are still in the proposal stage while 52 under construction.
The DILG urged LGUs within the Manila Bay Watershed area to fast-track resettlement programs and ensure the sustainability and people-centered focus of Manila Bay's rehabilitation as President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. calls for long-term flood solutions.
Marcos reported Monday that 20% of the total P545 billion budget of flood control projects was awarded to only 15 contractors. He called the situation "disturbing."
During his fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) last July 28, The President issued a stern warning on government personnel who steal public funds, such as those for flood control projects.
"Mahiya naman kayo (Shame on you)," the President said. — VDV, GMA Integrated News
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