40.6% of 'ayuda' for Metro Manila already distributed, DILG saysIn this photo, residents of Barangay 342 in Manila City are seen lining up to receiving their cash aid on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 amid the enhanced community quarantine hoisted over Metro Manila. Under the guidelines released to local governments, Metro Manila's local chief executives have 15 days from the start—or until Wednesday, August 25—to complete the distribution of ayuda to their constituents. On Wednesday, though, the DILG commended Metro Manila mayors for what it said was their "orderly and systematic distribution." READ: DILG vows no delay in distribution of 'ayuda' in Metro ManilaThe department disclosed that Metro Manila's cities have also received the additional P368 Million approved by the President that was requested by NCR LGUS as additional financial assistance to Metro Manila. All of the 17 LGUs in the region have also formed and convened a Joint Monitoring and Inspection Committee led by the DILG.

Source: Philippine Star August 18, 2021 08:26 UTC