Senator Cynthia A. Villar awarded Friday the winners of Las Pinas City’s 15th annual parol-making competition as part of her commitment to support the city’s lantern industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I commend all our participants who, despite the challenging circumstances brought about by COVID-19, have continued to pursue their passion in creating unique and environment-friendly parols that make Las Pinas lanterns stand out among the rest,” Senator Villar said. “I am truly proud that we have once again risen up to the challenge of honoring our annual tradition and spread holiday cheer and hope this season.”
Senator Villar led the virtual awarding ceremonies at the Villar SIPAG (Social Institute for Poverty Alleviation and Governance) Hall. Winners of this year’s competition are: Grand Prize winner Bryan Flores, who received P20,000 cash prize; 1st runner up Glecy dela Cruz, who received P15,000; and 2nd runner up Fercival Santos, who received P10,000.
The competition aims to promote garbage recycling and efficient solid waste management. Entries from the Samahang Magpaparol ng Las Pinas used recyclable materials such as shampoo sachets, soap cartons, straws, pet bottles, cans, used cds, and corrugated cartons, as well organic items like clam and mussel shells.
