SAICT’s 5-Day Anti-Colorum Operation nets 24 million pesos in penalties

The recent five days of operation by the Special Action and Intelligence Committee for Transportation (SAICT) against colorum buses, resulted in the apprehension of 24 illegally operating buses, leading to imposed P24-million in penalties.

From October 15 to 19, the SAICT conducted a relentless operation along the Macapagal and Pasay routes, targeting buses operating outside their authorized areas. The apprehended buses were immediately impounded and transported to the Land Transportation Office (LTO) impounding area in Quezon City.

The operation was conducted in strict adherence to LTFRB Memoranda Circulars 2022-067, 2022-074, and 2022-082, which emphasize the importance of Public Utility Buses (PUBs) operating within their designated routes.

“Colorum buses pose a significant threat to passenger safety,” stated Rayson Dela Torre, OIC Head Special Operations Group (SAICT-SOG). “These vehicles lack the necessary permits and insurance, leaving passengers vulnerable in the event of an accident.”

The SAICT’s intensified campaign against colorum vehicles is a collaborative effort with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and is driven by the directives of Secretary Jaime Bautista and SAICT Vice Chairman Jose Lim IV. The operation underscores the DOTr’s commitment to ensuring passenger safety and maintaining the roadworthiness of public vehicles nationwide.