The sale of subsidized gasoline to workers in the public health sector of the state of Táchira was suspended until further notice, according to the general secretary of the Federation of Workers of the state of Táchira (Fetratáchira), Melquiades Delgado, who highlighted that the liters were few. that they sold to them, but they were used to go to their workplace.
“They reported at the pump where they supply gasoline to health sector workers that gasoline was being supplied until yesterday and that it was going to be eliminated until further notice. Imagine yourself, a worker who with the little bit of gasoline that they gave him to be able to go home, to be able to go to work to comply with their standards and unfortunately now they have removed the gasoline subsidy, now it is true that it is going to end. complete the situation for health sector workers,” he expressed.
Delgado specified that they have tried to meet with the president of the Health Corporation, Rafael Medina, to raise the difficulties that hospital workers face when it comes to meeting schedules and with their work, in addition to the problems of mobilization, but they have not it has been possible.
“That his agenda is very busy, that he does not spend it in the Corporation, he spends it traveling throughout the state and unfortunately we want to meet with him, to raise serious problems that exist in the health sector at the state level” , said.
In addition to the suspension of gasoline at a subsidized price, Melquiades Delgado indicated that the transportation service that some workers had in the morning and at night was also suspended, because the unit used for this was lent to transport athletes to some national games.
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How has the suspension of subsidized gasoline for public health workers in Táchira affected access to healthcare?
## Gasoline Subsidies Suspended for Health Workers in Táchira
**Interviewer:** Joining us today is Melquiades Delgado, general secretary of the Federation of Workers of the state of Táchira, or Fetratáchira. Mr. Delgado, thank you for joining us.
**Melquiades Delgado:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer:** We’ve received reports of a suspension on subsidized gasoline sales for public health workers in Táchira. Can you elaborate on this?
**Melquiades Delgado:** You’re right. As of now, the sale of subsidized gasoline to workers in the public health sector in our state has been suspended indefinitely. This was a decision made without prior consultation or warning to the workers who rely on this subsidy.
**Interviewer:** What impact will this have on healthcare workers in Táchira?
**Melquiades Delgado:** This is going to be incredibly difficult for our healthcare workers, many of whom already struggle to make ends meet. The increased cost of fuel will significantly impact their ability to get to work, potentially affecting the quality of care they can provide to the community.
**Interviewer:** Have there been any explanations given for this sudden change in policy?
**Melquiades Delgado:** Unfortunately, there has been no clear communication from the government explaining the reasons behind this decision. We at Fetratáchira are deeply concerned and are demanding a transparent explanation for this suspension and a swift solution that safeguards the welfare of our healthcare workers.
**Interviewer:** What are the next steps for Fetratáchira in addressing this issue?
**Melquiades Delgado:** We are mobilizing our members and reaching out to other unions and community organizations to bring attention to this urgent matter. We will continue to demand a dialogue with the authorities to find a fair and sustainable solution that recognizes the essential role of our healthcare workers in Táchira.
**Interviewer:** Mr. Delgado, thank you for sharing your insights with us today. We hope this situation is resolved quickly and fairly for the benefit of the healthcare workers and the community of Táchira. [ [1](https://venezuelanalysis.com/news/14032/) ]
