From March 21 to March 23, 2025, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, the president of Mexico, undertook a significant tour through the states of Oaxaca, Tlaxcala, and Hidalgo, marking a pivotal moment in her administration. During this whirlwind visit, Sheinbaum inaugurated several key projects designed to benefit thousands of residents, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing public services and infrastructure.
Her journey began in Guelatao de Juárez, Oaxaca, on March 21, coinciding with the 219th anniversary of Benito Juárez's birth. Sheinbaum highlighted the enduring relevance of Juárez's legacy, stating, "El legado juarista sigue vigente gracias a la Cuarta Transformación de la Vida Pública de México." This reflection on Juárez's influence underscored the spirit of renewal she aims to infuse in Mexican governance.
Following her remarks, in San Bartolo Coyotepec, Sheinbaum inaugurated the Hospital General de la Mujer y la Niñez Oaxaqueña, a facility set to provide free and quality medical care to women and children. This initiative is particularly crucial as it aims to address health disparities in the region, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive essential services without financial burden.
Transitioning to Tlaxcala, Sheinbaum participated in the observance of World Water Day. Here, she inaugurated the Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales, a wastewater treatment plant pivotal for environmental sustainability in the area. Additionally, she kicked off the Jornada de Saneamiento del Río Atoyac, a significant environmental project aimed at rejuvenating one of the local rivers—a project she labeled one of the most relevant environmental initiatives of her administration.
In a continuation of her environmental focus, Sheinbaum addressed a crowd in Zempoala, Hidalgo, where she announced the initiation of the works for the Tren México-Pachuca. This train project is expected not only to reduce transportation times between Mexico City and Pachuca but also to generate a whopping 40,000 direct jobs and an equal number of indirect jobs, thereby injecting a much-needed economic boost into the region.
Throughout her tour, Sheinbaum also laid the foundation stone for the Programa de Vivienda para el Bienestar in San Agustín Tlaxiaca, a vital plan that aims to construct 31,500 homes across the state. This program is designed to provide affordable housing options for residents, addressing long-standing needs for better living conditions.
The final stop of Sheinbaum's tour in Omitlán de Juárez saw her inaugurating the Real del Monte-Huasca highway, which will be expanded to connect to Tampico, Tamaulipas. This expansion is anticipated to facilitate better connectivity and access to nearby regions, further enhancing the economic landscape of the area.
In sum, Claudia Sheinbaum’s recent tour of Oaxaca, Tlaxcala, and Hidalgo serves as a testament to her administration’s ongoing efforts to invest in public health, environmental sustainability, and housing. With each project she inaugurated, she reinforced her commitment to improving the lives of everyday Mexicans and fostering a more robust public infrastructure. The initiatives launched during this tour reflect a broader agenda aimed at transforming the public life of Mexico in a manner that honors the country's historical figures while addressing contemporary challenges.
