Department of the Interior and Local Government

The Department of the Interior and Local Government (Filipino: Kagawaran ng Interyor at Pamahalaang Lokal), abbreviated as DILG, is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for promoting peace and order, ensuring public safety and strengthening local government capability aimed towards the effective delivery of basic services to the citizenry.

Department of the Interior and Local Government
Kagawaran ng Interyor at Pamahalaang Lokal
Department overview
FormedMarch 22, 1897 (1897-03-22)
JurisdictionGovernment of the Philippines
HeadquartersDILG-NAPOLCOM Center, EDSA cor. Quezon Avenue, Quezon City
14°38′39.9″N 121°2′12.3″E
Annual budget₱253.1 billion (2023)
Department executives
  • Benjamin Abalos Jr., Secretary
  • Atty. Kevin R. Carpeso, Head Executive Assistant, Office of the Secretary
  • Rhazy Flor B. Fang, Spokesperson and Undersecretary for Plans, Public Affairs and Communications
Child agencies
Websitewww.dilg.gov.ph

The department is currently led by the secretary of the interior and local government, nominated by the president of the Philippines and confirmed by the Commission on Appointments. The secretary is a member of the Cabinet. The current secretary of the interior and local government is Sec. Benjamin Abalos Jr.

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