Villages near Mexico’s Mayan Train say they’re seeing no real benefits – and few passengers

The Mayan Train project, touted as a means to boost Indigenous communities economically, is facing criticism as nearby villages report no tangible benefits and limited passenger traffic. Environmental concerns are mounting as the project's costs are increasingly scrutinized. This situation underscores the challenges of balancing infrastructure development with local community needs and ecological preservation, raising questions about the project's overall success and sustainability.