In a meeting with Task Force Bangon Marawi and other government officials involved in the project, Pres. Rodrigo R. Duterte has reiterated his intent to complete the rehabilitation of Marawi before his term ends. He is also bent on strengthening measures to achieve the goal.
The Task Force reported to the Chief Executive that almost 3,000 families have already transferred to new homes and there are no more evacuation centers in the area. The government’s assistance to the said families is also ongoing.
Meanwhile, the construction of the severely damaged Mapandi Bridge has been completed as infrastructure projects are being strictly implemented.
The Marawi seige happened in the year 2017 and the city’s actual rehabilitation started in 2018. – Report from Mela Lesmoras
