Durango’s long-term commitment is already translating into construction projects, investments, and strategic initiatives. During the presentation of the “Durango 2050 Vision,” Governor Esteban Villegas Villarreal and Mayor Toño Ochoa highlighted that the goal is to lay the groundwork for the state’s development through infrastructure, business attraction, and improvements to essential services.
A central pillar of the project is addressing long-standing challenges regarding water supply and urban infrastructure. According to the governor, projects such as the El Tunal II Dam, the “Guadalupe Victoria” Water Treatment Plant, and the modernization of water networks aim to guarantee the supply for the population and support the region’s economic growth over the next 50 years.
Furthermore, he announced that a joint investment exceeding one billion pesos is planned for 2026—shared between the state government and the municipality—to improve streets, mobility, public services, and urban spaces, thereby responding to the capital city’s growth and strengthening its competitiveness.
Which projects are part of the Durango 2050 Vision?
Over one billion pesos for urban infrastructure in 2026.
Development of the El Tunal II Dam.
Operation of the “Guadalupe Victoria” Water Treatment Plant.
Modernization of water networks.
Promotion of natural gas as strategic infrastructure.
Attraction of industrial and technological investments.
During the event, Villegas Villarreal noted that several of these initiatives are already showing concrete progress. He also highlighted that Durango seeks to establish itself as an attractive destination for national and international companies by improving infrastructure and connectivity.
“Without water, there is no future,” the governor stated, explaining the importance of water projects within the long-term development strategy.
What impact do the new investments in Durango aim to achieve?
Generation of direct and indirect jobs.
Strengthening of the industrial sector.
Attraction of new technology companies.
Improved mobility and urban services.
Conditions for sustained economic growth. Among the mentioned projects is Fermachem—a company planning an investment of $1.6 billion—alongside other initiatives involving innovation, technology, and industry. According to the governor, these developments are part of a strategy to diversify the state economy and expand job opportunities.
For his part, Mayor Toño Ochoa noted that “Durango 2050” emerged from a vision shaped by the participation of thousands of citizens and focused on capitalizing on the capital city’s growth opportunities. He also highlighted that coordination between the state government and the municipality has enabled the realization of infrastructure projects and created the right conditions to attract new investment.
The strategy aims to serve as a roadmap for the coming decades, seeking to integrate urban development, public services, water availability, and economic growth into a single, long-term vision.
Source: radioformula
