The Santa Cruz Congress Block Committee staged a unique protest at Merces Junction, drawing attention to the issue of non-functioning traffic signals and the safety risks posed to commuters.
Alleging that repeated complaints to authorities have gone unaddressed, party leaders adopted an unusual form of protest by holding coconut shells and symbolically begging for alms. The demonstrators collected small donations from passing motorists, claiming the funds would be used to “help the government” repair the faulty signals.
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The protest was aimed at highlighting the seriousness of the issue, with leaders warning that the non-operational traffic lights continue to pose a significant risk to pedestrians and motorists alike.
Through this symbolic act, the committee sought to pressure authorities into taking immediate corrective action to restore the signals and ensure road safety at the busy junction.
