JAB

Jaime Andrea Beltran

ALCALDIA DE BUCARAMANGA

Comunicard Social Mgs Gobiero del Territorio y Gestión Pública

Dr. Jaime Andrés Beltrán Martínez, the current mayor of Bucaramanga (2024–2027), is a social and political leader recognized for his firm commitment to restoring security and order in the city. From the first day of his administration, he launched “Operación Candado” (Operation Padlock), a comprehensive strategy involving migration control, surveillance using drones and cameras, dismantling of criminal networks, and the recovery of public spaces—yielding visible results in reducing crime in critical areas. He has also led major infrastructure and mobility projects through the “Bucaramanga Avanza” (Bucaramanga Moves Forward) plan, prioritizing road modernization and improved connectivity. His administration has promoted inclusive social programs under “Bucaramanga para Todos” (Bucaramanga for Everyone), aimed at protecting children, supporting the elderly, and ensuring safe, healthy spaces for families. Known for his determination, leadership, and close relationship with the community, he has faced significant challenges—including legal controversies and complex family situations—while remaining focused on the well-being and transformation of Bucaramanga. During his tenure, Mayor Jaime Andrés Beltrán Martínez has actively promoted the recovery and revitalization of Bucaramanga’s green spaces, reaffirming the city’s identity as a clean, orderly, and environmentally friendly place. Under his leadership, parks, road dividers, and abandoned areas have been transformed into safe, well-maintained, and vibrant spaces for families to enjoy. These efforts have not only enhanced the city’s landscape and environmental quality but also strengthened civic culture and public space ownership, helping Bucaramanga reclaim its essence as a green, sustainable, and increasingly inclusive city. With the expertise and professionalism of the Subsecretary for the Environment, the city has aimed to connect existing biodiversity with an innovative and sustainable vision. Mayor Beltrán has strongly committed to implementing nature-based solutions as a key strategy to address Bucaramanga’s environmental and urban challenges. His administration has promoted the ecological restoration of degraded areas, the creation of green corridors connecting parks and streams, and the installation of natural infrastructure to support water regulation, improve air quality, and reduce urban heat islands. These solutions not only beautify the city but also enhance climate resilience, promote the conservation of local biodiversity, and create spaces for community engagement. The mayor has shown that nature is a strategic ally in building a safer, healthier, and more future-ready Bucaramanga.