An illegal occupation has been reported in the dunes of Huacachina, Ica, after a group of people entered materials to build structures in an area considered intangible. This event, which began around midday on Tuesday, has raised concerns about possible intervention in a zone that is under state protection.
Reports obtained in the area indicate that the occupants accessed by the Tierra Prometida sector, a route that allowed them to reach the dunes without being seen from the Huacachina boardwalk. Sticks, reeds, and plastics intended for the construction of huts were found on-site.
The affected region is part of the Laguna de Huacachina Regional Conservation Area, administered by the Regional Government of Ica. This space aims to preserve biodiversity, cultural heritage, and the landscape surrounding one of the main tourist destinations in the region.
The protection of Huacachina is established through Law 29732, enacted in 2011, which declared the area outlined by National Directoral Resolution 1296/INC as intangible. This regulation prohibits unauthorized constructions and establishes that the recovery and conservation of the lagoon are matters of national interest.
Furthermore, the law assigned responsibilities to different state entities, including the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur), which must update a technical study for the conservation of the lagoon. It also involves the ministries of Culture, Agriculture, and Environment, as well as various regional and municipal authorities in drafting a comprehensive conservation plan.
So far, there is no official confirmation regarding those responsible for the occupation of the dunes or any organization that may be behind the creation of these structures. The case continues to be linked to the complaint regarding the occupation of land that is protected within the Huacachina environment and the Regional Conservation Area administered by the Regional Government of Ica.
Source: www.infobae.com
