Mexico City to launch World Cup operations targeting businesses and transport

Mexico City's Administrative Verification Institute (INVEA) is preparing to implement special operations in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup. These measures are designed to verify documentation and promote awareness among personnel working in commercial establishments and public transportation.

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The INVEA will carry out preventive patrols every day during peak commercial hours to inform business owners, managers, and workers of businesses and public transport units about the importance of having their documentation complete, in order, and up to date.

The INVEA will conduct daily preventive patrols during peak commercial hours. The goal is to inform business owners, managers, and transport workers about the importance of maintaining complete, compliant, and up-to-date documentation. These operations are scheduled to begin on Saturday, June 6, and will continue for a week after the tournament concludes.

Key areas of focus will include the vicinity of the Mexico City Stadium, the Historic Center, and major tourist routes. To support these efforts, 100 specialized verification officers will be deployed in operational cells, supported by 36 vehicles. The INVEA also confirmed that its regular operations will continue concurrently.

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For these operations, 100 elements of the Specialized Personnel in Verification Functions will be available, formed into operational cells and 36 vehicles.

In terms of public transportation, dedicated teams will be assigned to verify that concessioned units meet adequate operating conditions. Special attention will be given to routes leading to the stadium. The INVEA stated that non-compliant transport units or establishments posing risks, promoting violence, operating irregularly, hosting clandestine parties, exceeding capacity, or selling open-container alcoholic beverages to minors will face precautionary measures or suspension.

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Regarding mobility, it was reported that fixed cells will be assigned for the verification of concessioned public transport to review the adequate conditions of the units with a special focus on routes leading to the Mexico City Stadium.