Development of Maharlika Village for Muslims

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LETTER OF INSTRUCTION NO. 142: Development of Maharlika Village for Muslims

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Title Supreme Court: Development of Maharlika Village for Muslims

Law: Letter Of Instruction No. 142

Decision Date: Oct 30, 1973

The Philippine government establishes the Maharlika Village project in Bicutan, Taguig, Rizal, with an Administrative Committee overseeing the development and management of the village, including the subdivision and titling of land, construction of infrastructure, and implementation of various facilities, all financed through a government loan.

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Functions of the Administrative Committee

Subdivision and titling of the allocated land in the name of Maharlika Village.
Formulation and implementation of a comprehensive development scheme including housing, cemetery, infrastructure, schools, shopping, cultural and community centers, parks, auditorium, mosque, market, hostels, clinic, water system, drainage, electrification, and security measures.

Appointment and Role of Project Officer

The Executive Secretary shall appoint a Project Officer to administer the Village according to this Instruction and rules set by the Administrative Committee.

Role of the Armed Forces and Corps of Engineers

Immediate construction of the access road to Maharlika Village.
Execution of infrastructure works including water system, drainage, and electrification after finalization of development plans.

Responsibilities of the Presidential Assistant on Housing and Resettlement Agency

Responsible for implementing project components such as low-cost housing, cemetery, electrification, school, shopping and tourist center, cultural community center, park facilities, student dormitories, auditorium, market, and clinic.
Project financing to be sourced from government financing institutions through loans.
The project must be self-liquidating and economically feasible.

Authority to Issue Rules and Regulations

The Administrative Committee is empowered to issue rules and regulations for the management and administration of Maharlika Village.
Includes rules on disposition and transfer of land titles to qualified Muslim applicants.

Funding

An initial amount of P.5 million is released from the General Funds to the Administrative Committee for the initial development of Maharlika Village.

Policy Objectives and Legal Foundations

Reflects the Government’s policy on promoting the economic, social, and cultural development of Muslim Mindanao.
Pursuant to Proclamation No. 1081 dated September 21, 1972.
Enacted under the authority of the President as Commander-in-Chief of the AFP.

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