Jeepney Driver Earns Praise From Netizens for Giving Free Rides to Senior Citizens & PWDs
A jeepney driver earns praise and admiration online for giving free rides to senior citizens and persons with disabilities.
Jeepney drivers are an iconic part of Filipino culture, particularly in urban areas like Manila. They operate these colorful and often decorated vehicles, providing affordable transportation for commuters along fixed routes.
They play an important role in the daily lives of many Filipinos, especially those who rely on public transportation to get around.
However, jeepney drivers face various challenges, including fluctuating fuel prices, traffic congestion, and competition from other modes of transportation like buses and taxis.
Additionally, issues such as overloading, safety concerns, and environmental impact have prompted calls for modernization of the jeepney. The efforts to modernize jeepneys have been met with resistance from some drivers and operators, who argue that it would be costly and could threaten their livelihoods.
There have been initiatives to introduce electric and more environmentally friendly jeepney models to address these concerns.
Previously, the viral jeepney driver continues tradition of giving free ride every birthday
Despite these circumstances, there are still good-hearted people out there providing heartfelt service to others. For example, this jeepney driver doesn’t collect fares from senior citizens and persons with disabilities (PWDs).
Recently, Maricho Dimaunahan Perez Arellano, a Facebook user, shared a photo of a jeepney driver who gives a free ride to the elderly and disabled people. The post elicited comments from the online community.
“Saludo aqo sa ganitong driver..kahit mahal ang bilihin…nagagawa pa nyng tumulong sa kapwa…godbless kuya,” Arellano wrote in a post.
This driver’s act of kindness is truly commendable, especially in these difficult times. It shows that even amidst hardships, there are still individuals who go out of their way to lend a helping hand to those in need.
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
