The deterioration of the commuter service
The commuter system has again been the center of public care, and not precisely because of good news. Complaints about their management have reached a new level, with frustrated users in the face of a service that seems to be in continuous degradation. The situation recently intensified with a strike that was beaten hastily, leaving many travelers in a state of disbelief in the face of a problem that has become common.
Institutional Answer to the Crisis
In this tumultuous context, the two political forces that have led the independence process, ERC and Junts, have found support in civic entities such as the ANC and the Council of the Republic. All of these actors have coincided in a message: the solution to the commuter problems is to achieve independence from Catalonia. This narrative, which has been a mantra over the last decade, is back in crisis.
A controversial and insufficient management
Rodalies has become a symbol of administrative inefficiency, with a system that struggles to modernize and is immersed in constant delays and a scant investment. The situation has been taken advantage of by ERC, which in recent months has promoted its agreement with the PSOE for the transfer of the commuter residences in Catalonia, a fact that, according to its secretary general, Elisenda Alamany, represents a significant victory. However, the reality points out that this agreement will translate into limited management, with Adif continuing at the helm.
Independence as a final solution
The speeches issued by the ANC and the Council of the Republic have not taken place, emphasizing that the problem of Rodalies is a clear example of what they consider to be a mistreatment by Spain. In this context, the ANC has launched a call for action under the slogan ‘for decent trains. Only path: independence ‘, reinforcing the idea that only through independence can the needs of the service be properly addressed.
Citizenship reactions
In the meantime, citizens who use Rodalies are trapped in a scenario of frustration and disconnect with political speeches. Images of saturated train and full platforms have become a constant on social networks. This situation has led several civic organizations to call demonstrations to demand improvements in the service, with up to eight events scheduled for this weekend.
Looking to the future
The commuter crisis not only reflects deficiencies in political management, but also raises questions about the future of public transport in Catalonia. As the demands grow, it becomes clear that the solution cannot be only a matter of independence rhetoric, but that it requires specific actions and a real commitment to the improvement of public services.
