UNDAS PHILIPPINES – The Manila Police District (MPD) spoke on the preparations for the upcoming All Soul’s Day celebration.
Shortly two (2) weeks away from the All Soul’s Day celebration or UNDAS, preparations are now ongoing in the cemeteries in different cities and municipalities across the nation. Based on a report on ABS-CBN News, in Manila, the Manila Police District (MPD) has inspected the cemeteries in the capital city as preparation for the upcoming #Undas. MPD District Director General Andre Dizon also expressed that not less than 1,000 cops will also be deployed to assure the safety of those who will visit their deceased loved ones in the cemeteries.
Based on the report, the MPD Director said that the entry of visitors in the cemetery will be controlled while the country is still in a pandemic. They will also implement the anti-criminality procedure for the safety of the public. The people are reminded not to bring firearms or other weapons and just bring the amount of money that is needed in going to the cemetery.
UNDAS 2022: Manila LGU Releases Important Reminders
Details about the Manila LGU Reminders on UNDAS 2022 to Cemetery Goers
UNDAS 2022 – The local government of Manila City released important reminders for the cemetery goers this upcoming November.
The Philippines is one of the countries that greatly observe the All Soul’s Day which is set every 2nd of November. In fact, it is usually a week-long commemoration of those who have passed away since the last week of October until November 2 or 3.
Filipino families would usually go to cemeteries to light a candle and offer a prayer for their loved ones who have passed away. There are also some families who spend the entire day or at least half of the day at the grave of their deceased loved ones. They offer prayers and flowers, light candles, and bring food which they can eat while staying at the cemetery.
It is also a Filipino tradition wherein the people would cook certain foods that are usually made with sticky or glutenous rice. Some Pinoy families would take a small part of every food they have cooked and drinks they have prepared and offer it at the altar for the souls of their departed loved ones.
Ahead of the All Soul’s Day celebration, local government units, shopping malls, banks, and other entities release guidelines. For UNDAS 2022, the local government of Manila released some important reminders.
Manila LGU Important Reminders for Cemetery Goers this UNDAS 2022:
- The painting, cleaning, and renovation of the graves are allowed only until Tuesday, October 25.
- Burial or interment operations will temporarily be halted starting Friday, October 28 until Thursday, November 3.
- Starting Saturday, October 29 until Wednesday, November 2, the main gates of Manila North and South Cemeteries are open from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. only.
According to Manila LGU, children ages 12 and below are prohibited in the Manila North and South cemeteries starting Saturday, October 29 until Wednesday, November 2. The following are also prohibited on the same schedule:
- unvaccinated individuals
- any type of vehicle
- flammable materials
- alcoholic beverages
- firearms and sharp objects
- videoke or sound system
- cards deck, bingo cards, and the likes
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