15-Year Wait Fuels Frustration: The primary concern of the protesters is the construction of the Caracollo-Cañuhuma road, which they allege has been postponed for over 15 years.
Roadblock Strands Travelers: The roadblock has brought traffic to a standstill, with buses and heavy transport vehicles stranded on both sides of the road. Passengers are forced to disembark and walk around the blockage to continue their journey.
Indefinite Action Until Funding Secured: A representative of the protesting group stated that the blockade will be indefinite until the central government commits to securing funding for the road project. They claim that a previous governor promised to secure a loan for the project but has since stepped down, leaving them without a clear path forward.
Travel Alert: Despite the significant disruption, information about the blockade has not yet appeared on the Road Transitability Map from the ABC (Bolivian National Road Service) or in travel advisories from the La Paz or El Alto bus terminals. Preliminary reports indicate that buses are taking alternate routes through Eucaliptus. At this time, some bus companies at the La Paz Bus Terminal have decided to cancel departures.
