César Cravioto, the head of the Mexico City Government Secretariat, announced significant progress in the ongoing Cabinet Against Dispossession program, which has been active since April 2025. This initiative was developed in response to a rising number of dispossession cases in the city. To date, the program has successfully returned 94 properties to their rightful owners and has seized an additional 10 properties. Furthermore, the monitoring efforts have led to the arrest of six individuals linked to these cases.
During a recent Mexico City Security Report, Cravioto disclosed that the program has received a total of 4,071 neighborhood assistance requests. Out of these, 399 cases were opened for investigation regarding dispossession, with 290 requiring action from the government secretariat, although specific details on these actions were not provided.
Cravioto emphasized the importance of continuous improvement within the program, revealing that adjustments to its procedures are underway. Following an inter-institutional meeting held last Tuesday, further discussions are scheduled for the coming Tuesday to refine the initiative and enhance its efficacy in 2026.
He also acknowledged the collaborative efforts of various agencies, including the Legal Counsel, the Judiciary, and the Public Registry of Property, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of the task at hand.
Residents of Mexico City affected by property dispossession can access support through the Citizen’s Assistance Desk, which operates every Tuesday in the Zócalo. This desk is dedicated to assisting those at risk of dispossession or who have faced threats, providing much-needed help and guidance to residents in vulnerable situations.
This program reflects a commitment to protecting the rights of property owners and ensuring that issues of dispossession are addressed effectively.