Background on the Teleférico of Puebla
The Teleférico de Puebla, an attraction inaugurated in January 2016 by former Governor Rafael Moreno Valle Rosas, has been a subject of controversy due to its high construction costs and ongoing operational issues. Originally estimated at 166.4 million pesos, the project’s final cost soared to 359.2 million pesos, making it one of the most expensive funiculars in Mexico with a length of 688 meters.
The project, managed by Cems Constructora, was delivered over a year late, initially promising completion in November 2014 and then postponing it to June 2015.
Current State and Financial Impact
Currently, the Teleférico remains non-operational due to the need for specialized components from a specific supplier. Governor Alejandro Armenta Mier explained that the non-functioning Teleférico incurs a monthly cost of one million pesos and operates at a loss.
Public Consultation on Teleférico’s Future
In response to these challenges, Governor Armenta Mier announced that he will subject the Teleférico’s future to a public consultation. The goal is to determine whether the funicular should remain in its current location or be relocated to another area of Angelópolis. The governor emphasized the need for community input to decide on the best course of action.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the Teleférico de Puebla? The Teleférico de Puebla is a cable car system inaugurated in 2016, which spans 688 meters and connects the Loreto and Guadalupe forts in Puebla City.
- Why is the Teleférico currently non-operational? The Teleférico requires specialized components from a specific supplier, which are needed to restore its functionality. Until these parts are available, the cable car system remains inactive.
- What are the financial implications of keeping the Teleférico non-operational? The monthly cost of maintaining the non-functioning Teleférico is one million pesos, making it unsustainable for the state government to continue.
- What is the purpose of the public consultation? Governor Armenta Mier aims to gather community input on whether the Teleférico should remain in its current location or be relocated to another area of Angelópolis.
