The opening of the LRT-2 East Extension's Marikina and Antipolo stations was postponed to June from April due to tighter COVID-19 restrictions limiting final works, transportation officials said.
Instead of a formal inauguration, there will be an operational trial run on April 26. The inauguration is scheduled for June 23.
Once fully operational, the additional stations will increase the railway line's capacity by 80,000 passengers daily and cut travel time between Antipolo and Manila to 40 minutes from three hours.
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Authorities chose to prioritize the health and safety of rail workers and commuters as COVID-19 infections continue to rise said Transportation Usec. for railways TJ Batan
Foreign rail experts involved in the final stages of installation, testing, and commissioning works have been unable to report for work or enter the Philippines due to MECQ restrictions, which will last until April 30.
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As of February 2021, the extension project had an overall progress rate of 96.51%, with construction phase at 94.03%.
