The Mexican Navy disclosed that among the passengers, 139 were unharmed, while 98 sustained injuries, with 36 currently receiving medical attention. President Claudia Sheinbaum revealed that five individuals were in critical condition and emphasized the urgent need to support the affected families.
Governor Salomon Jara Cruz extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved families and assured that state and federal authorities were working in tandem to provide aid to those impacted by the incident. Mexico’s Attorney General’s Office promptly launched an investigation, as announced by Attorney General Ernestina Godoy Ramos.
The Interoceanic Train, a monumental project inaugurated in 2023 by former President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, is a pivotal component of the Interoceanic Corridor initiative. This ambitious endeavor aims to revamp the rail connection across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, linking the ports of Salina Cruz and Coatzacoalcos to bolster trade and economic growth.
With aspirations to transform the isthmus into a strategic trade route that rivals the Panama Canal, the Mexican government has invested heavily in enhancing port facilities, railways, and industrial infrastructure. The Interoceanic Train not only serves as a means of transportation but also signifies a broader effort to boost regional development and stimulate economic prosperity in southern Mexico.
