27/10/2026
𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗥𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗩𝗘𝗛𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘, 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗦 𝗟𝗧𝗢-𝟲 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣𝗦 𝗨𝗣 𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟, 𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗗𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 ‘𝗢𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗜𝗬𝗔𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗦: 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲’
A private van carrying tourists from Antique to Iloilo City and two wing vans hired to transport parcels were intercepted for operating without valid franchises as LTO-6 personnel stepped up terminal inspections and random roadside checks ahead of the Undas travel rush.
The apprehensions came as the Land Transportation Office Region VI inspected more than 2,500 public utility vehicles across Western Visayas under “Oplan Biyaheng Ayos: Undas 2026.”
Since the operation began on Oct. 23, LTO-6 law enforcers have issued more than 60 Temporary Operator’s Permits to motorists for violations, impounded three colorum vehicles, and placed the two wing vans under technical impoundment.
Law enforcers, deputized personnel, and support staff remain on heightened alert at key transport hubs as the operation’s first phase ends today, Oct. 27.
Personnel of the Regional Law Enforcement Section, led by Chief Jetster T. Mandadero, intercepted the private van at Mohon Terminal in Arevalo, Iloilo City, on Sunday, Oct. 25. The van was carrying tourists for a fee without the required operating authority.
In a separate operation, personnel of the LTO Passi City District Office, headed by Acting Chief Relin Reyes, stopped two wing vans hired to transport parcels without a valid Provisional Authority or Certificate of Public Convenience.
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) confirmed that applications for new Certificates of Public Convenience for both vehicles had been dismissed and their provisional authorities canceled. Enforcers confiscated the vans’ license plates and flagged their records for colorum operations.
The law enforcement operations have gone beyond passenger terminals, with enforcement teams also inspecting vehicles and monitoring driver compliance along major departure routes.
Since January, LTO-6 law enforcers have apprehended more than 200 colorum vehicles across Western Visayas, including motorcycles, tricycles, taxis, sedans, vans, and multipurpose vehicles.
LTO-6 Regional Director Atty. Gaudioso P. Geduspan II has repeatedly urged operators to secure the proper franchise or operating authority from the LTFRB before accepting paying passengers. He warned that unauthorized services put passengers at risk and undercut legitimate operators who comply with franchise requirements.
Violators face fines, impoundment, and other sanctions under Joint Administrative Order No. 2014-01. Under the Public Service Act and Executive Order No. 202, passenger transport services within LTFRB jurisdiction must hold a valid Certificate of Public Convenience or other applicable operating authority.
Section 7 of Republic Act No. 4136 also prohibits vehicles registered for private use from carrying passengers for pay.
LTFRB Memorandum Circular No. 2024-038, effective Oct. 10, 2024, repealed earlier exemptions for certain leased private vehicles and rent-a-car services. It directs enforcement agencies to apprehend private vehicles operating as public utility vehicles without the required authority.
The first phase of the Undas operation, from Oct. 23 to 27, focuses on outbound travel through terminal inspections, and monitoring of major departure routes.
Law enforcement teams are also reminding motorists about seat belt use, child passenger safety, motorcycle safety, and the dangers of distracted driving.
From Oct. 28 to Nov. 4, the focus shifts to the Undas observance and return journeys. Starting tomorrow, LTO-6 law enforcement teams will monitor major roads and routes leading to cemeteries and memorial parks as vehicle and pedestrian traffic builds.
