São Paulo government extends public consultation for water security works

The São Paulo government has extended until February 25 the public consultation on the water security project for the Piracicaba, Capivari, and Jundiaí rivers basin (PCJ). The initiative aims to enhance water supply in 21 municipalities and mitigate scarcity risks during dry periods.

The São Paulo government, under Tarcísio de Freitas's administration, has extended the public consultation for the PCJ water security project until February 25. Developed by the Secretariat of Partnerships and Investments (SPI), the program aims to improve water utilization, ensuring more consistent supply, particularly during dry spells.

Estimated at R$ 311 million, the works will benefit 21 cities in the region: Americana, Amparo, Artur Nogueira, Atibaia, Bom Jesus dos Perdões, Campinas, Cosmópolis, Holambra, Hortolândia, Itatiba, Jaguariúna, Limeira, Louveira, Monte Mor, Nova Odessa, Paulínia, Pedreira, Santa Bárbara d’Oeste, Sumaré, Valinhos, and Vinhedo. The public can submit suggestions via email to segurancahidricasarpcj@cpp.sp.gov.br, which will be reviewed by government technical teams.

This step addresses ongoing concerns over water crises in the state, worsened by climate change. The project is a key effort to bolster water infrastructure in the vital PCJ basin, serving millions of residents.

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Indigenous protesters occupy Cargill headquarters in Santarém, Brazil, continuing demonstration against Tapajós River dredging plans.
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Indigenous groups maintain protest against Tapajós river dredging

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Indigenous groups occupying Cargill's headquarters in Santarém, Pará, have decided to continue their indefinite protest against the Tapajós river dredging plan, claiming the government abandoned negotiations. Despite this, the federal government announced the suspension of the bidding process for hiring a company responsible for the works. The action, lasting 16 days, demands the revocation of a decree including the waterway in a privatization program.

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Since June 2025, the Tarcísio de Freitas government has not transferred funds for maintenance of state schools in São Paulo, leaving units without resources for basic repairs less than two weeks before classes start. Directors report shortages of chairs, desks, and accumulated infrastructure issues. The Education Secretariat claims to have released R$ 232 million on Monday (19), providing 13 days for fixes.

São Paulo's Public Prosecutor's Office announced an investigation into the overcrowding at pre-Carnival megablocks on Consolação Street on February 8, which led to tumults and medical treatments. Experts criticize planning failures by the city hall, while Mayor Ricardo Nunes downplays the incident as a success.

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