Today, October 15, a national march is taking place in Lima, to which several regions have joined, due to growing social discontent due to the increase in violence and extortion, and the perceived inaction of the government and Congress in the face of the country’s urgent problems.
The protesters demand structural changes, the end of impunity and the resignation of the current authorities, including President José Jerí, whom a youth sector considers “without democratic legitimacy.”
Various groups, unions, students, communities and social organizations have joined the call of the “Generation Z” youth movement. At least 15 regions of the country have simultaneously joined the mobilization in Lima, such as Arequipa, Cusco, Puno, Trujillo and Cajamarca.
March in Lima
It should be noted that The protest is due to growing citizen insecurity, demands for structural reforms in the political system and against the AFP, and demand the implementation of public policies that guarantee employment, justice and security, as well as environmental and social demands such as the rejection of the Antiforest Law 1873, opposition to illegal mining and the defense of natural areas.
March in Cusco
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21:27 three dheld during march
The National Police of Peru reported through its account on X (former Twitter) about the arrest of three citizens in the demonstrations.
21:20 At least 20 police officers injured
At least 20 PNP agents were injured in the Cercado de Lima. One of the police officers was evacuated in an ambulance.
At least three people were arrested for disturbing public order during the mobilization of October 15 in Lima | Photo: César Bueno / El Comercio
At least three people were arrested for disturbing public order during the mobilization of October 15 in Lima | Photo: César Bueno / El Comercio
20:53 Citizens injured on Abancay Avenue
Protesters were also injured in the chaos that occurred on Abancay Avenue.
20:50 José Jerí condemns the acts of violence during the protests in the Center of Lima
“Citizen expression in the streets is a right in the face of the lack of attention from the State for many years; however, we will not allow a small group to try to use violence as a way”the president noted in his message.
20:48 The march of this October 15 in images
Many citizens mobilized this October 15 in the Cercado de Lima, showing their discontent with the current government of President José Jerí and Congress.
20:42 Protesters broke police cordon and entered the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa
Dozens of Protestants, most of them students and young people called “Generation Z” broke the police cordon tonight and entered the Plaza de Armas of the city of Arequipa, in rejection of the Congress of the Republic, the Executive and the insecurity that is increasing in the country.
20: 36 protesters launch fireworks
20:14 Buses gather at the University Park
Abancay Avenue was free after the police managed to push back the protesters.
20:13 4 police officers injured are reported
In a live link, Canal N confirmed that four police officers and one protester were injured.
19:56 The PNP uses tear gas bombs
In order to restore order, PNP agents chose to use tear gas bombs. Several affected protesters try to leave the scene.
19:30 A police officer was injured
A member of the National Police suffered a leg injury and is being treated by paramedics.
19:20 Incidents on Abancay Avenue
Fire is observed in the place; the PNP uses tear gas bombs. The protesters denounce that infiltrated people are attacking the peaceful nature of the march on October 15, throwing stones and setting fires.
19:10 They remove bars on Abancay Avenue
The bus march arrived near Congress. There were incidents at the scene when a group of protesters tried to remove two bars.
18:37 Protesters arrive at Abancay Avenue
Youth groups and organizations march along Abancay Avenue, in Cercado de Lima, against the bicameral system approved by the current Congress and a set of laws called by protesters as “pro-crime” also passed by Parliament.
18:14 Concentration at the Palace of Justice
Several citizens joined the march today, October 15, and gathered in front of the Palace of Justice.
17:55 PNP protects public and private buildings in Cercado de Lima
Members of the National Police of Peru guard public and private buildings in the Historic Center of Lima as part of the march today, October 15. Vehicular traffic in the surrounding area has been restricted for safety reasons.
17:30 They gather to leave for Congress
Various organizations gather in Plaza San Martín, in Cercado de Lima, and then march towards Abancay Avenue.
17:06 Buses arrive at Plaza San Martín and Plaza Dos de Mayo
Youth groups and social organizations arrive both to Plaza San Martín and Plaza Dos de Mayo, in Cercado de Lima.
Teachers affiliated with SUTEP, relatives of the victims of January 9, and other groups participated in the protest.
15:20 Ica is getting ready to join the national strike and march on October 15
On social networks, various groups spread calls with messages such as “Ica present, let everyone go” and “let’s recover democracy”, calling for gatherings starting at 5:00 pm in front of the Provincial Municipality of Ica.
15:10 ATU affirms that public transport operates normally this October 15
This Wednesday, October 15, the services managed by the Urban Transportation Authority for Lima and Callao (ATU) operate at their usual hours, as reported by the entity.
15:00 El Agustino: Public transportation operates normally this Wednesday, despite a strike call (PHOTOS)
This Wednesday, October 15, various social groups announced mobilizations, however, the public transportation service is developing normally in various parts of Lima. As in Agustino, buses, custers and combis of different lines can be seen.
13:00 Transporters circulate normally despite the call for strike and mobilization
Although a strong police deployment is observed at different points, there are no crowds of passengers at the bus stops.
9:00 Transport unions will not comply with the national strike on October 15
The main urban transport and freight associations announced that they will not participate in the force measure, highlighting President José Jerí’s openness to dialogue and the advancement of legislative proposals for the sector.
