Saturday, March 29, 2025
Gen-Z-Led Uprising in Mexico: Violence, Clashes, and Tear Gas Rock Over 50 Cities
Mexico is witnessing one of its largest youth-driven uprisings in recent years, as thousands of protestors—many of them Gen-Z—have taken to the streets across the country. Demonstrations have erupted in more than 50 cities, with the National Palace in Mexico City becoming the epicentre of the unrest.
A wave of violent clashes has broken out between protestors and security forces, involving stone-pelting, baton-charges, and heavy use of tear-gas shells. More than 100 people have been reported injured so far.
The current uprising is fueled by a combination of political, security, and socio-economic grievances:
Rising Insecurity & Crime:
Mexico continues to face spiralling criminal violence, a surge in disappearances, and widespread fears that government policies have failed to protect citizens.
Corruption & Alleged Government–Cartel Links:
Protestors accuse the government of maintaining covert ties with powerful drug cartels. Many claim that the administration is operating under cartel influence and funding.
Political Assassination Triggered Outrage:
The November 1st assassination of Carlos Manzo, the mayor of Michoacán, ignited anger—especially among young Mexicans already frustrated with the state of law and order.
Socio-Economic Issues:
Deteriorating conditions in education, healthcare, justice systems, and economic opportunities have intensified the dissatisfaction among youth groups.
Key Demand:
Protestors are calling for the immediate resignation of the federal government.
Thousands gathered outside the National Palace, the residence and office of President Claudia Sheinbaum. Tensions peaked when protestors attempted to breach security barricades.
Security Forces Respond:
Police and military units pushed back the crowd using batons and tear-gas, sparking wider street violence.
The massive demonstrations have paralyzed several essential services:
Roadways, metro lines, and train services have been disrupted
Farmers’ unions and transport groups have declared solidarity strikes
Schools, colleges, and universities have been shut for two days
Mexico remains on edge as the protests intensify, fueled by a young generation demanding security, transparency, and sweeping political reforms.
