The violent events following the death of Nemesio Oseguera, 'El Mencho', have led to the suspension of over 300 flights in Jalisco, affecting around 50,000 passengers.
The recent violent events linked to the death of Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho' and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), have had a significant impact on Jalisco's image and tourism. The state government described the damage as 'incalculable', especially with over 300 flights canceled and nearly 50,000 passengers affected at Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports. Local businesses and events are scrambling to return to their usual operations following this disruption.
Raúl Revuelta, the director general of the Pacific Airport Group (GAP), which manages both airports, reported that they anticipate considerable fallout from these events over the next few days. However, they are hopeful that this disruption will not lead to longer-term declines in passenger traffic for either airport. The local tourism sector is at the mercy of both the ongoing security situation and the immediate effects of this crisis, with many expressing concern about maintaining visitor confidence in the region.
As local officials and transport operators work to assess and manage the fallout in both Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta, there is cautious optimism that normal operations can resume soon. The incident underscores the delicate balance between safety and economic stability in areas heavily reliant on tourism, particularly as the CJNG has been linked to escalating violence in the region.
