Nineteenth-century lamps installed at metro hidalgo station ahead of 2026 world cup

Mexico City's Metro Hidalgo station on Line 2 received nineteenth-century style lamps as part of ongoing renovations.

The lamps are part of an electrical and lighting upgrade across several stations on Line 2, which runs from Cuatro Caminos to Tasqueña.

Metro director general Adrián Rubalcava said the works aim to have remodeled stations ready before June 11, the date of the 2026 World Cup opening match between Mexico and South Africa at Estadio Banorte.

Changes include new floors, steel edges on steps, wall renovations and signage in Spanish and English. Maintenance was also performed on rails and electrical components to reduce service failures.

Bellas Artes station will feature finishes similar to the Palacio de Bellas Artes lobby, while Tasqueña and Zócalo are among other stations included in the project.

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The National Union of the Collective Transport System Metro of Mexico City began staggered strikes on Monday, April 13, 2026, by not working overtime, leading to the loss of about 800 train runs and affecting nearly 2 million users. Union leader Fernando Espino highlighted severe issues like 7,000 fractured sleepers on Line 1 and lack of major maintenance on 70% of trains. President Claudia Sheinbaum stated there are no reasons for the strike, as resources are being invested in renovations.

Adrián Rubalcava, head of Mexico City's Metro, forecasts up to 40% higher ridership during the 2026 World Cup, particularly on lines near Estadio Azteca. Preparations include adding trains and renovating key stations like Zócalo and Bellas Artes. The works aim for lasting improvements beyond the tournament.

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As part of the ongoing rehabilitation of Mexico City Metro Line 2 for the 2026 World Cup—first announced in February—changes at Tasqueña station began on April 2. The south platform is out of service for floor replacement, with the north platform handling all boarding and alighting. Closures or restrictions also affected Viaducto, Chabacano, and San Antonio Abad stations amid Holy Week scheduling.

Mexico City's head of government, Clara Brugada, proposed suspending classes and promoting home office on days of 2026 World Cup matches at Estadio Banorte to reduce traffic. The initiative seeks coordination with the SEP and business sector, similar to COVID-19 pandemic measures. Agreements are awaited to avoid road congestion.

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The government of Claudia Sheinbaum presented the Plan Kukulcán, a security strategy to protect visitors and delegations in the 2026 World Cup host cities: Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. The initiative involves nearly 100,000 personnel and international cooperation with the United States, Canada, and FIFA. It includes security belts at key points and air defense systems.

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The March 28 friendly between Mexico and Portugal marked the reopening of Estadio Banorte (formerly Azteca) after a $300 million remodel for the 2026 World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo missed the match due to injury but soon resumed training, sparking online memes. The event drew protests, extended public transport, and featured a cashless payment system.

 

 

 

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