Eight bus operators at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) face investigation for overcharging amid President Marcos’ order to suspend fare hikes. The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) will issue show-cause orders to the firms. Non-compliance could lead to penalties.
MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) is issuing show-cause orders to eight bus operators at the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) for overcharging passengers.
The firms named are Bicol Isarog, RU Diaz, St. Martha, RMB, DLTB, Bicol Magayon, Superlines and JVH. LTFRB Chairman Vigor Mendoza said yesterday, “If they are not going to follow the President’s directives, they will be penalized accordingly.”
The Department of Transportation warned that operators raising fares without approval risk franchise suspension or revocation. Jason Salvador, PITX head of corporate communications and government relations, told radio dzBB yesterday, “While we understand the difficulties faced by bus operators, they are prohibited from increasing fares on their own.”
This probe follows President Marcos’ directive to suspend fare hikes.