In the midst of a political climate marked by massive layoffs, labor reform, and the closure of institutions, 120 permit holders of stalls near Caminito, one of the most visited tourist sites in CABA, were arbitrarily relocated after 40 years of activity. The affected families are fighting to regain their jobs, without receiving help or solutions.
The company Sturla Viajes inaugurated a boat for tourist trips between Puerto Madero and La Boca, while the navigability of the Riachuelo was approved and the Beatriz Mendoza case was abandoned. The fair is not only a workplace but also a space of camaraderie. Resistance continues in La Boca to prevent the exclusion of this beautiful area.
Norma, a worker at the fair for many years, recounted her experience and the support of the community during times of conflict. After the death of a colleague, they decided to return to their stalls and protested, facing a challenging context without being able to work for three months.
The uncertainty about the future of the fair persists, with rumors and a lack of official explanations. Despite meetings and approaches with authorities, including a change in leadership, the situation remains unresolved after six months of conflict during the peak tourist season.
One of the proponents of the eviction is the owner of a bar, according to complaints from the artisans. The area has been militarized after the relocation of stalls. The Vuelta de Rocha I and II fairs resist government actions with vigils and community kitchens.
The artisans' struggle has grown in the face of adversity, but they continue to seek a solution. Conflicts with local politicians and business owners add to the pressure on the neighborhood's identity and history. The measures of force and resistance are becoming stronger, while uncertainty and labor instability persist among those affected.
The history of the fair and its workers contrasts with the economic interests at stake in La Boca. Despite the obstacles, the artisans persevere in their fight to maintain their stalls and their identity in a context of changes and external pressures.
