MANSALAY, ORIENTAL MINDORO – The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Southern Mindoro District Engineering Office (DEO) has completed a road widening project along Calapan South Road, improving traffic flow and enhancing safety for residents and motorists. This latest development is part of DPWH’s ongoing efforts to upgrade infrastructure across the province to support economic growth and ensure safer road networks.

The 0.33-lane-kilometre expansion of this key route addresses traffic congestion and boosts the road’s capacity to accommodate increasing vehicular volume. As a vital link connecting barangays and nearby municipalities, the improved road serves agricultural, tourism, and general transport needs. Its completion not only reduces travel time but also provides residents and commuters with safer and more reliable access to goods, services, and opportunities.

This initiative aligns with other recent infrastructure projects completed by DPWH in Oriental Mindoro. Similar upgrades on provincial roads, such as the development of farm-to-market roads and rehabilitation of flood-prone areas, have significantly improved the region’s connectivity. For instance, road upgrades in Roxas and Naujan municipalities have bolstered local economies by improving transport efficiency for agricultural products and facilitating safer travel for tourists visiting popular destinations.

The integration of these projects demonstrates DPWH’s holistic approach to regional development, focusing on both safety and economic growth. The Mansalay road widening project strengthens this commitment by improving access and fostering economic opportunities in the area.

As Oriental Mindoro continues to develop as a hub for agriculture and tourism, the completion of key infrastructure projects like this ensures that the region remains connected and sustainable, reinforcing DPWH’s mission of building progress through safe and reliable road networks.