P40 million monthly subsidy needed for LRT-2 discountsLRTA administrator Hernando Cabrera said the LRT-2 would need a P40-million monthly subsidy to cushion the financial impact of the fare reduction. MANILA, Philippines — The Light Rail Transit Authority has asked the government for additional funding, ahead of the LRTA implementation of a 50-percent discount on Monday. LRTA administrator Hernando Cabrera said the LRT-2 would need a P40-million monthly subsidy to cushion the financial impact of the fare reduction. The 50-percent fare discount for senior citizens, persons with disabilities and students using white beep cards will remain in effect. Meanwhile, private operator Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) said it has not made an official announcement on the implementation of an across-the-board 50-percent discount on LRT-1.

Source: Philippine Star March 21, 2026 16:03 UTC