MXThe construction of the Atizapán-Atlacomulco highway (AT-AT) has been ongoing for 11 years but remains incomplete, with local communities blocking progress due to disputes over environmental impact and infrastructure damage. Residents in areas such as Rancho Blanco, Espíritu Santo, and Los Gallos have halted construction equipment and demanded the completion of at least 10 vehicle bridges, repairs to damaged roads, and compensation. The conflict escalated in early August when community members, accompanied by representatives from the concessionaire Aleatica, highlighted the negative effects of the project. They placed yellow signs prohibiting the movement of Aleatica ICA vehicles and blocked access to construction equipment. Media reports indicate that work along the highway is stalled, with partially built structures still requiring completion.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the conflict as a struggle between affected residents and a corporate entity (Aleatica), emphasizing community resistance and demands for accountability. While it presents both sides (community concerns vs. construction efforts), the emphasis on grassroots activism and the lack of
