Background on Key Figures and Relevance
In recent times, several Mexican municipalities have decided to cancel their Independence Day celebrations, citing high levels of violence as the primary reason for these cancellations. The decision was made by local authorities in Sinaloa and at least four other entities, including Xalatlaco in the State of Mexico, Zinapécuaro and Peribán in Michoacán, Oaxaca municipalities like Santiago Amoltepec and Asunción Ocotlán, Coxquihui and Cerro Azul in Veracruz, and some areas in Chiapas.
Sinaloa’s Governor, Rubén Rocha Moya
Rubén Rocha Moya, the newly elected governor of Sinaloa, emphasized his commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the state’s residents. He announced that this year’s Independence Day celebration would be limited to a civic and protocol act involving representatives from the state’s powers and the armed forces. Rocha Moya expressed gratitude to artists who were initially planned to participate in the festivities and appealed to Sinaloans’ understanding, inviting them to celebrate at home.
Other Municipalities’ Decisions
In Xalatlaco, State of Mexico, local authorities decided to cancel celebrations following a shootout that resulted in at least four deaths over the weekend. Meanwhile, Zinapécuaro and Peribán in Michoacán canceled their events due to recent crime-related blockades and threats of violence. In Oaxaca, municipalities like Santiago Amoltepec and Asunción Ocotlán opted to cancel their civic acts due to internal conflicts or the presence of organized crime.
Veracruz’s Coxquihui and Cerro Azul municipalities also decided to cancel their festivities due to insufficient security conditions. In Chiapas, local security authorities assured the press that patriotic celebrations would proceed in all 124 municipalities despite the challenges.
Key Actions and Impact
- Cancellations Across Multiple Entities: Sinaloa, the State of Mexico, Michoacán (Zinapécuaro and Peribán), Oaxaca (Santiago Amoltepec and Asunción Ocotlán), Veracruz (Coxquihui and Cerro Azul), and Chiapas have all announced the cancellation or modification of their Independence Day events.
- Reasons for Cancellations:
- Shootouts and violent incidents, such as the one in Xalatlaco resulting in four deaths.
- Blockades and threats by organized crime in Zinapécuaro, Peribán, and other regions.
- Internal conflicts and the presence of organized crime in Oaxaca municipalities.
- Insufficient security conditions in Veracruz’s Coxquihui and Cerro Azul.
- Governor Rocha Moya’s Approach:
- Limited Independence Day celebration in Sinaloa to a civic and protocol act involving state powers and armed forces representatives.
- Expression of gratitude to artists initially planned for the festivities and an appeal to Sinaloans’ understanding, encouraging them to celebrate at home.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: Who made the decision to cancel the Independence Day celebrations?
A: Local authorities in Sinaloa, the State of Mexico, Michoacán (Zinapécuaro and Peribán), Oaxaca (Santiago Amoltepec and Asunción Ocotlán), Veracruz (Coxquihui and Cerro Azul), and Chiapas announced the cancellations or modifications. - Q: What factors led to these cancellations?
A: Factors include shootouts and violent incidents, blockades and threats by organized crime, internal conflicts, and insufficient security conditions. - Q: How did Sinaloa’s governor, Rubén Rocha Moya, address the situation?
A: Governor Rocha Moya limited Sinaloa’s Independence Day celebration to a civic and protocol act, expressed gratitude to artists initially planned for the festivities, and appealed to residents’ understanding, encouraging them to celebrate at home.
