Bolivian Prison Food Crisis: Morales Supporters' Blockades Cause Widespread Inmate Unrest

Food Shortages in Bolivian Prisons Due to "Evista" Blockades La Paz, Bolivia – Blockades organized by supporters of former president Evo Morales are causing significant disruptions to the delivery of food to prisons across Bolivia. The director of the Penitentiary Regime, Juan Carlos Limpias, confirmed that the blockades have led to widespread discontent among inmates due to food shortages. "There is widespread unrest in the country's prisons because of the "Evista" blockades that prevent the transfer of food," Limpias stated in a recent interview. The impact of the blockades is felt in multiple penitentiaries across the country. Families of inmates are also affected, as their ability to provide additional food supplies is hampered. The situation is particularly dire in Cochabamba, where several prisons are reporting critical food shortages. Authorities are working to find solutions to ensure that food reaches the prisons, but the ongoing blockades pose a significant challenge. The situation highlights the broader consequences of political protests on vulnerable populations. While the "Evistas" have their reasons for protesting, the impact on those in prison is a severe humanitarian concern. The government is actively working with various stakeholders to find a resolution that addresses both the political issues and the urgent need to ensure food security for the prison population.