The Land Transportation Franchising Regulatory Board on Sunday reiterated its readiness for the three-day transport strike spearheaded by jeepney group PISTON starting Monday.

LTFRB Spokesperson Celine Pialago in a statement Sunday said they will also offer free rides to affected commuters.

"Rest assured that we are fully prepared to offer free rides to the public. We plan to deploy approximately 250 vehicles across NCR, ensuring the convenience of up to 10,000 passengers per trip," Pialago said.

She added that the LTFRB is still "optimistic" about having a dialogue with PISTON's participation in the PUV Modernization Program, as 60 percent of the transport groups have expressed their support for this initiative.

"Our commitment to providing efficient and modern public transportation remains unwavering," the LTFRB Spokesperson said.

Expected areas affected by the transport strike are mainly the National Capital Region or Metro Manila: Novaliches-Malinta (along Gen. Luis); Shelter Ville-Novaliches; Bagumbong-Novaliches; Deparo-Novaliches; Paco-Sta. Mesa; Monumento Area; Catmon; Alabang Area, Baclaran; A.Francisco St. to San Andres Bukid; and NIA-NPC to Mindanao Avenue.