A citizen-led effort to challenge the planned public transit fare increase to 14 pesos is gaining momentum, as an online petition for a formal referendum has collected signatures far beyond its initial target. However, electoral authorities emphasize that despite the online support, no formal request for a referendum has yet been submitted, leaving the process in legal limbo with a fast-approaching deadline.
The push for a referendum comes as opposition to the fare hike intensifies. The state Congress has already formally urged Governor Pablo Lemus to veto the increase, calling for greater technical and social review. Legislators have also requested that the state’s Citizen Participation Council initiate a referendum process.
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