On May 1, 2025, the city of Puebla will witness a significant mobilization as over 50,000 workers come together to commemorate International Workers' Day. This event is primarily organized by the Federación de Trabajadores de Puebla (FTP) alongside the sections 23 and 51 of the Sindicato Nacional de Trabajadores de la Educación (SNTE). The parade is set to kick off from Plaza Dorada, making its way along Bulevar Héroes del 5 de Mayo, and concluding at the Centro de Convenciones de Puebla.
As part of the ceremony, Magnolia Ivón Enríquez will deliver the official speech representing the labor sector, paying tribute to the Mártires de Río Blanco, Chicago, and Cananea. Following the parade, a vibrant verbena will take place in Rafael Lara Grajales starting at 1:00 PM, featuring participation from workers across various sectors, including food, auto parts, commerce, metalworking, and transportation.
Leobardo Soto Martínez, the leader of the FTP, has reported that the review of tax records for profit sharing is nearly complete, with 94% already finalized. He emphasized the workers' demands, which include a reduction in the Impuesto Sobre la Renta (ISR) applied to salaries, improvements in labor benefits, fair payment for overtime, a 40-hour work week, and a 30-day Christmas bonus. In a nod to the upcoming holiday, Soto confirmed that there will be a labor bridge the Friday following May 1, with normal activities resuming the following Monday.
Meanwhile, the Feria de Puebla continues to attract attention, hosting performances by renowned regional Mexican music groups Cardenales and Invasores de Nuevo León on May 1. The concert is included with the general admission ticket to the fair, priced at $50.00. The following day, Christian Nodal is scheduled to perform at the Palenque, further enhancing the fair's reputation as a key cultural event in the region.
In addition to the festivities in Puebla, Hermosillo will also see a significant turnout as 30,000 workers from 55 different unions march for Día del Trabajo. The parade will begin at the Plaza Emiliana de Zubeldía, proceeding along Bulevar Rosales to Calle Z. Cubillas, where the main stage will be set up. Ramón Gastélum Lerma, the secretary general of the Consejo Sindical y Social Permanente del Estado de Sonora, emphasized the importance of this day for workers to voice their demands, including the elimination of salary caps and the need for improved health services.
In Hermosillo, the Departamento de Tránsito will implement road closures starting at 6:30 AM on May 1, with the parade tentatively beginning at 8:00 AM. The route will follow Bulevar Rosales towards the south of the city, ending at Avenida Obregón. Approximately 20 traffic officers, 100 cadets from the Universidad de Seguridad Pública, and several support vehicles will be present to ensure safety.
Meanwhile, in Aguascalientes, the Policía Vial will deploy a special operation for the Día del Trabajo parade, which is scheduled to start at 9:00 AM and last approximately four and a half hours. Road closures will begin at 3:00 AM, affecting key streets such as Av. Francisco I. Madero and Av. López Mateos. Citizens are advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays.
As the country prepares for these significant events, the Comisión de Derechos Humanos del Estado de Puebla (CDH Puebla) will also contribute to the celebrations by organizing artistic activities for children and adolescents on Día de la Niñez. Isela Sánchez Soya, the head of the CDH Puebla, highlighted the importance of promoting the right to free expression through art and culture. During the event, participants created masks reflecting their dreams and contributed to a collective mural titled "El poder de un sueño," symbolizing their aspirations for a better future.
The day promises not only to honor workers' contributions but also to highlight the ongoing struggles for better working conditions and rights. As the various parades and events unfold across different cities, the collective voice of workers will resonate, reminding society of their vital role in the economy and the need for continued advocacy for their rights.
In conclusion, as workers across Puebla, Hermosillo, and Aguascalientes prepare to march, the spirit of solidarity and the call for improved labor conditions will be at the forefront of this year's celebrations. The events are not just a commemoration but a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for workers' rights and the importance of unity in achieving these goals.
