The recent hearing on the Cablebús project in Puebla’s State Congress was overshadowed by a violent protest led by local activist Renato Romero Camacho. While José Luis García Parra, the Cabinet Coordinator, presented technical and financial details of the cable car system, tensions escalated outside the legislative building, where Romero’s group clashed with others, resulting in property damage and confrontations.

Renato Romero, known for his long-standing activism defending water rights and territorial integrity in municipalities like San Miguel Xoxtla, Nealtican, and the Libres-Oriental region, has been a vocal critic of infrastructure projects affecting natural resources. His history includes a 2025 arrest linked to a protest in San Miguel Xoxtla, though a judge later dismissed charges due to insufficient evidence.

This incident reignited the ongoing debate about the balance between the right to protest and the consequences when demonstrations turn violent. Meanwhile, the Cablebús project continues to be discussed as a promising public transport solution aimed at improving connectivity and sustainability in Puebla, reflecting broader efforts to modernize urban mobility with inclusive and environmentally conscious infrastructure.