Puno Strike: Peruvians Protest Crime and Demand Change

Puno, Peru, observes a national strike on May 14, 2025, due to the government's inaction against the rising crime rates across the country. The protests started in the early hours of the morning, with citizens and organizations from the province of El Collao, Puno region, actively participating. Burning tires and roadblocks were used to disrupt traffic and express their discontent. A local resident commented, "We are tired of the inaction. We need change." The strike is driven by several factors, including calls for a new constitution, the closure of what they call a "mafia-controlled Congress," and the cancellation of several mining projects. Protestors also demand an end to the automatic dismissal of teachers and workers in the education sector, along with the privatization of water resources. They are fighting for the protection of Lake Titicaca and its basin. The video shows the intensity of the protests, highlighting the determination of the participants. The event underscores the growing public frustration with the government's response to the crime crisis.