Marcos Opens New Kamuning Footbridge, Orders Demolition of ‘Mt. Kamuning’

The government has opened a new pedestrian footbridge at the Kamuning area along EDSA, replacing the controversial structure widely referred to by commuters as “Mt. Kamuning.”

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. inspected the newly completed ₱55-million walkway and concourse connected to the EDSA Busway Kamuning station and said the previous footbridge would soon be demolished.

The older structure had drawn widespread criticism for its steep design, which required pedestrians to climb 154 steps reaching about nine meters high, making it difficult for senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and commuters carrying heavy items.

“The first time we saw it, I said what they built was not practical,” Marcos said, noting that the government committed to fixing the problem within six months. The new facility, he said, was completed in just four months.

The replacement bridge was designed to improve accessibility and commuter safety. It features elevators and wheelchair lifts, allowing easier access for people with mobility challenges.

The structure also provides direct pedestrian access between the MRT-3 line and the EDSA busway platform, reducing walking distance for passengers transferring between the two transport systems.

According to the President, improving the Kamuning station is critical given the large number of commuters who pass through the corridor daily. The Manila Metro Rail Transit System Line 3 and the EDSA busway together serve roughly 750,000 passengers every day.

Aside from the new footbridge, the government also upgraded the Kamuning busway station itself. Improvements include expanded platforms, new waiting sheds, updated signage and route maps, enhanced security posts, and additional personnel areas.

Officials said the upgrades aim to make the busy transport hub safer and more convenient for commuters traveling across Metro Manila.