SUNASS Proposal Sparks Outrage from Trujillo Mayor, Citing Unjustified Tariff Increases and Disparate Impact on Low-Income Families

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The mayor of Trujillo, Reyna Rodriguez, has issued an official protest against SUNASS's proposal to modify the level and tariff structure of the drinking water supply service. The mayor expressed her total disagreement with the project, citing concerns that the increase in costs would be unjustified and harmful to low-income families. Rodriguez stated that "these terms were used in Office No. 501-2025-MPT-A, which was sent by Reyna Rodriguez to the head of the SDD SDS SUNASS." She emphasized that access to water is a fundamental right, guaranteed by article 7-A of the country's Magna Carta, and must not be conditioned by tariff increases that are not supported by significant improvements in service quality.

Key Takeaways:

  • The mayor of Trujillo, Reyna Rodriguez, has officially protested SUNASS's proposal to modify the level and tariff structure of the drinking water supply service.
  • The proposal would imply an increase in the cost of the drinking water and sewerage service, which Rodriguez describes as unjustified and harmful to users, especially low-income families.
  • Rodriguez emphasized that access to water is a fundamental right, guaranteed by article 7-A of the country's Magna Carta.
  • The mayor called for transparency in the process and the consideration of citizen opinions through public hearings and consultations.
  • The proposal's impact on low-income families would be particularly severe, as they would struggle to afford the increased costs.

Statistics:

  • The proposal aims to modify the level and tariff structure of the drinking water supply service.
  • The increase in costs would affect low-income families disproportionately, exacerbating their economic difficulties.
  • Article 7-A of the country's Magna Carta recognizes the right to access drinking water, prioritizing human consumption over other uses.

Sources:

  • Office No. 501-2025-MPT-A, a document sent by Reyna Rodriguez to the head of the SDD SDS SUNASS.
  • Article 7-A of the country's Magna Carta.