Following a decade of stagnation, relief is finally in sight for Cavite motorists. Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon has announced a directive from President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to fully fund and aggressively expedite the completion of the Punta-Open Canal Diversion Road Project by 2027.
The announcement follows an on-site inspection by Secretary Dizon, who expressed profound disappointment over the project’s prolonged delays. Despite being initiated nearly ten years ago, the crucial thoroughfare has remained entirely unusable for commuters due to a history of repeated funding cuts and persistent road right-of-way (RROW) disputes.
During the inspection, Secretary Dizon met with Cavite 6th District Representative Antonio “Ony” Ferrer and General Trias City Mayor Jon-Jon Ferrer to align local and national strategies for the project’s revival. He emphasized that the national government is stepping in to eliminate the roadblocks that have stalled progress for a generation.
“It is unacceptable that a vital piece of infrastructure has been hanging in limbo for almost a decade while commuters suffer through daily traffic,” said Secretary Dizon. “President Marcos Jr. has been very clear: we are securing the necessary budget to finish the job. This project will not be left in pieces.”
The push to complete the remaining stretch of the highway promises substantial economic and logistical relief for the province:
| Project Component | Details |
| Remaining Section | 2.35 kilometers |
| Target Completion | Calendar Year 2027 |
| Current Travel Time | 30 to 40 minutes (Tanza to Imus) |
| Projected Travel Time | 15 minutes (50% reduction) |
The 2.35-kilometer remaining segment has long been a bottleneck, trapping local motorists in severe congestion between neighboring towns. By securing definitive funding and establishing a dedicated task force to resolve outstanding right-of-way issues, the DPWH aims to seamlessly link the town of Tanza directly to Imus City.
Representative Ferrer and Mayor Ferrer welcomed the national government’s intervention, pledging full local government support to expedite clearing operations and assist affected stakeholders along the right-of-way alignment.
Once completed in 2027, the Punta-Open Canal Diversion Road is expected to significantly decongest main Cavite arteries, boost local commerce, and transform the daily commute for thousands of residents.
