Caloocan mayor reminds public to ensure order, cleanliness during Undas

Inquirer.net - Oct 26, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Caloocan City Mayor Dale “Along” Malapitan on Monday called on the public to observe cleanliness and order during their visit to their loved ones’ graves ahead of Undas—or All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day. Malapitan made his call after leading an inspection at the Tala and Bagbaguin Cemetery as part of

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