PRI Leader Warns of Water Crisis in Quintana Roo, Calls Cozumel Situation Critical

Chetumal, Quintana Roo — The President of the State Committee of the PRI in Quintana Roo, Cora Amalia Castilla Madrid, warned of a severe water supply crisis affecting the state, describing it as a structural problem that already impacts thousands of families across multiple municipalities.

“Today in our municipalities, water is increasingly scarce, more expensive, and delivered through deficient water infrastructure. This is a structural problem that affects families’ quality of life and jeopardizes the urban and tourist development of Quintana Roo,” she said.

The state leader emphasized that a lack of investment, planning, and maintenance in drinking water systems has created a critical scenario requiring immediate attention and solutions.

Castilla Madrid highlighted that the most concerning situation is currently unfolding in the municipality of Cozumel, where residents face constant problems with low water pressure, service cuts, and shortages of the vital resource.

According to recent reports, infrastructure failures and even electrical interruptions have affected the operation of wells and pumping systems, leaving various neighborhoods without drinking water supply.

“What is happening in Cozumel cannot be normalized. It is an island that generates wealth for Mexico every day, with existing infrastructure and installed capacity. So the question is clear: why are people experiencing scarcity?” she questioned.

She also noted that rapid tourism growth on the island has increased pressure on water resources, raising demand and highlighting the need for better planning and resource management.

The PRI president in the state called on authorities to transparently inform about the real causes of this problem and urgently address the situation.

“If there are technical problems, explain them. If there are infrastructure failures, correct them. If there are poor decisions, take responsibility for them,” she emphasized.

She added that citizens cannot continue facing limitations, cuts, and uncertainty in accessing a basic right like water.

“We cannot talk about development or well-being if we do not guarantee access to water. It is time to take responsibility and build long-term solutions with a long-term vision,” she stated.

Finally, Castilla Madrid reiterated that Quintana Roo is part of a Republic where basic services must be guaranteed without distinction.

“Cozumel is a hardworking, dignified island that contributes tourism, economy, and development to the country. It cannot be that while wealth is generated, families live with uncertainty about accessing water. People deserve respect, transparency, and answers. What can no longer be allowed is silence,” she concluded.