The Peruvian Air Force (FAP), under the supervision of President Dina Boluarte, transferred cash to the Puno region to address the shortages generated by the road blockade.
Through a statement, the FAP explained that this measure will ensure unrestricted care for the population for approximately two weeks, as well as the payment of subsidies to people in situations of extreme poverty, such as beneficiaries of Juntos, Pensión 65 and Contigo social programs. .
Accompanied by the Defense Minister, Jorge Chavez Crestand the executive president of the National bankJuan Carlos Galfre, boluarte He assured that this air bridge has been established due to the restrictions to reach this region due to road blockades.
“Retirees, workers, beneficiaries of financial support from Juntos and Pensión 65 can approach to collect the payment,” added in the Air Group No. 8 from the Callao Air Base.
On the other hand, Minister Chávez Cresta pointed out that “This air transfer will guarantee financial liquidity in the Puno region. The decision has been made to use all the logistical means of the Armed Forces for the transfer of funds and guarantee that the population receives their pensions and bonuses.
Government sends money to Puno with the support of the Peruvian Air Force. (Photo: Mindef)
They transfer medicines
In addition to cash, a total of 3.5 tons of water donated by the Peruvian Army and 1.5 tons of medicines from the Social Health Security (EsSalud) are sent on the same flight to care for the population.
The Puno region no longer had cash available to supply the Banco de la Nación, due to roadblocks as protests against the government of boluarte.
In addition, private financial entities in the same region had limitations on their cash balances, which is why they are attending in a restricted manner.
