MMDA's New EDSA Busway Wheelchair Ramp: The Accidental Slide Sensation

**Metro Manila** — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has rolled out its latest innovation along EDSA: a wheelchair ramp that doubles as the city’s newest, unintended amusement ride. This unique structure, part of the ongoing improvements to the EDSA busway, has quickly garnered attention for its uncanny resemblance to a slide.

A Bumpy Ride to Inclusivity

When MMDA officials proudly unveiled the ramp, they envisioned a seamless transition for wheelchair users. Instead, what they got was a high-speed thrill ride. They aimed for accessibility, but they seem to have accidentally invented the world's first extreme wheelchair sport.

Thrills and Spills

Locals have affectionately nicknamed the ramp "The EDSA Express." Its steep incline and smooth surface have led to some unintended hilarity. Passersby have been treated to the sight of brave wheelchair users zipping down at breakneck speeds, often with looks of sheer joy—or terror—on their faces.

One adventurous commuter, Juan de la Cruz, shared his experience: “I just wanted to get on the bus, but I ended up feeling like I was on a roller coaster. I think I broke the land speed record for wheelchairs!” Juan’s impromptu slide was accompanied by cheers and laughter from onlookers, proving that sometimes, the road to accessibility can take some unexpected turns.

Not Just for Wheelchairs

It’s not just wheelchair users who are getting in on the action. Local kids have started using the ramp as a makeshift slide, turning their daily commutes into spontaneous playtime. “I’ve never seen my son so excited to take public transport,” said one amused parent. “He actually wants to ride the bus now!”

Engineering Marvel or Marvelous Mishap?

The MMDA has been tight-lipped about whether the slide was part of the original design. However, engineers have been spotted with measuring tapes and calculators, possibly figuring out how to incorporate a loop-de-loop for an even more thrilling experience.

A New Tourist Attraction?

As word spreads, the EDSA wheelchair ramp has started drawing tourists looking for an unexpected thrill. “Forget the malls and parks. This is the real adventure,” said one enthusiastic visitor. “I came for the Jeepneys, but I stayed for the slide!”

Whether it remains a hilarious blunder or becomes a beloved feature of the EDSA busway, one thing is certain: MMDA’s new ramp has given Metro Manila something to talk—and laugh—about.