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Madrid Downplays Congestion From Major Works, Presses State on Rail

At a European Mobility Week event, Borja Carabante emphasized mitigation measures, pressing for investment in Cercanías and AVE.

Varios vehículos circulan por las obras de Parque Ventas, en la M-30.
Operarios de Metro explican a los usuarios por dónde salir de la estación de Moncloa tras el cierre del lado este de la línea 6.

Overview

  • The city’s mobility chief acknowledged localized traffic and commuter discomfort from ongoing projects but rejected claims of a citywide “chaos.”
  • He cited the A-5 soterramiento, the Castellana corridor overhaul and works in Ventas as the main sources of disruption tied to long-term urban upgrades.
  • The Ayuntamiento said its plan boosts public transport with new lines, higher frequencies and targeted fare waivers on post-holiday return days to limit delays.
  • Bicimad was free over the weekend and will be free again on Monday for European Car-Free Day as part of the city’s temporary measures.
  • Carabante criticized Transport Minister Óscar Puente over rail management and safety, while a PP regional spokesman also blamed Cercanías for recent crowding and urged the ministry to act.