Over 200,000 PUV drivers receive cash aid in Calabarzon – DSWD

In Calabarzon, over 227,000 public utility vehicle drivers have been given financial relief from the government, each receiving P5,000 to help offset rising fuel costs spurred by the Middle East conflict. This initiative by the Department of Social Welfare and Development aims to support those most directly impacted by escalating fuel prices, providing immediate relief to the transportation sector. The move is significant as it highlights the government's response to economic pressures affecting everyday commuters and workers.