QC gov’t greenlights ‘Trillion Peso March’
San Diego also disclosed intelligence indicating that members of the Duterte-associated group Maisug may attempt to join the protest.
Daily TribuneSan Diego also disclosed intelligence indicating that members of the Duterte-associated group Maisug may attempt to join the protest.
The Quezon City government has approved a rally permit for organizers of the “Trillion Peso March” on 30 November, but attached stringent conditions amid intelligence reports of possible participation by groups linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte.
Retired Gen. Elmo San Diego, head of the city’s Department of Public Order and Safety, confirmed to the DAILY TRIBUNE that the city signed a Memorandum of Undertaking with the organizers, allowing the use of the People Power Monument at EDSA and White Plains Avenue.
The agreement restricts the activities of rally organizers and participants.
Among the conditions: no marching beyond White Plains Avenue toward other areas, and no acts “of rebellion, insurrection or sedition nor any incitement” thereof. Violations, the document states, would trigger dispersal or arrests under the Revised Penal Code.
“There is only one rally permit approved or granted for the use of PPM. Trillion Peso March Movement is allowed to march at 6 a.m. to PPM,” San Diego said, clarifying that activities within the EDSA Shrine fall under the jurisdiction of the Eastern Police District.
San Diego also disclosed intelligence indicating that members of the Duterte-associated group Maisug may attempt to join the protest. “Haharangin sila ng QCPD,” he said, indicating that Quezon City Police District units will block any such faction attempting to disrupt the permitted assembly.
QCPD Acting Director Col. Randy Glenn Silvio said police and city officials conducted a walkthrough inspection of the site, mapping deployment zones, crowd control points, and emergency access routes to ensure readiness.
“Partner agencies also discussed traffic flow, emergency response, and safety measures to maintain peace and order during the event,” Silvio said.
Authorities expect a significant turnout and have mobilized more than 2,000 police officers. Over 1,000 additional personnel from the city government will assist with crowd management, traffic control, and medical services.
The preparations and restrictions underscore the city’s caution, suggesting officials anticipate tensions as the political implications of the rally continue to evolve.