Diana Morant Accuses Carlos Mazón and the PP of ‘Impunity’ Over Deadly DANA, Demands Elections
- Diana Morant (PSPV-PSOE) criticizes PP and President of the Generalitat, Carlos Mazón, for their handling of the deadly DANA that struck Valencia – leaving 228 (or as Morant said, 229) victims.
- Morant calls Mazón’s remarks on emergency response “repugnant” and demands resignations beyond the president.
- She demands early elections, accuses the Consell of cuts in public services, and pledges to open the palau to victims if she becomes president.
- local PSOE leaders highlight Spanish government investment plans for Alicante infrastructure, including a €1.154 billion enhancement at Alicante-Elche miguel Hernández airport.
Introduction
Diana Morant, secretary-general of the PSPV-PSOE and Spain’s Minister of Science, Innovation and Universities, launched a sharp critique of the Partido Popular (PP) this Saturday in Torrevieja. Speaking at the closing session of the Valencian socialists’ political season kickoff, Morant accused the PP and regional president Carlos Mazón of “impunity” over their management of the deadly DANA (intense storm) that struck the province of Valencia on October 29 – a weather event that resulted in more than 220 deaths.
Morant’s Main accusations
- Morant said the PP “has no forgiveness and hasn’t asked for it” for their conduct during and after the DANA, wich she described as responsible for 229 deaths (the source reports 228 fatalities).
- She singled out President Carlos Mazón for what she called a lack of humility and empathy, and criticized a recent PP political kickoff in Benidorm where, she said, Mazón and other leaders exchanged applause and backslaps instead of showing seriousness about the tragedy.
- Morant rejected Mazón’s claim that the PP “takes emergencies seriously,” calling his remark “repugnant” considering what she sees as the Consell’s failures.
Demands: Resignations and Early Elections
Morant did not limit her critique to calls for Mazón’s resignation. She demanded accountability from other regional ministers whose actions during the DANA she denounced, including:
- Susana Camarero - First Vice President and Minister of Social Services
- Vicente Martínez Mus - Minister of Infrastructures
- José Antonio Rovira – Minister of Education
She insisted that merely asking for Mazón to step down is insufficient and called for an electoral solution: “We want to vote, we want an electoral call that returns the voice to the people,” Morant said, arguing that only elections will deliver accountability and change.
Public Services, Cuts and “Anomalous Democracy”
Morant used the speech to attack broader PP governance, accusing the Consell of cuts in public health and education and a failure to implement the regional housing law to address the housing crisis faced by young people and families.
she described the current state of Valencian politics as an “anomalous democracy” where citizens’ main problem is their government – and that all key problems in the region (housing, health, education) fall under regional competence.
Morant vs. Mazón: Different Responses to Disasters
- Morant praised former president Ximo Puig’s leadership during the 2019 DANA in the Vega Baja, contrasting it with what she calls Mazón’s absence and neglect.
- She pledged that, if she becomes president of the Generalitat, her first move would be to open the doors of the Palau de la generalitat to the victims of the DANA and take responsibility for protecting people’s lives.
Province of alicante and National Government Response
Rubén alfaro, PSPV-PSOE provincial secretary for Alicante, highlighted the role of Morant’s seat in the national cabinet: “With Diana Morant’s voice in the Council of Ministers, Alicante’s voice is heard in the Spanish government.”
Alfaro pointed to an announced investment of €1.154 billion for Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández airport, describing it as a “future-ready” infrastructure project for the province. He called on local mayors to focus on people’s real problems and to defend regional self-government in the aftermath of a “catastrophic summer.”
Quick Facts Table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | DANA (severe storm) that hit Valencia province |
| Fatalities | Reported 228 (Morant referenced 229) |
| Accuser | Diana Morant (PSPV-PSOE) |
| Accused | Carlos mazón and the PPCV / Consell |
What to Watch Next
- Whether Carlos Mazón or any regional ministers resign following the public pressure.
- If the PP responds substantively to Morant’s calls for accountability or whether the party keeps defending its emergency management.
- Any official requests for early regional elections and the reaction from other Valencian parties, including Vox.
- Implementation timeline and specifics of the announced investment for Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández airport.
Why this Matters
The controversy highlights broader themes in Valencian politics: disaster response, accountability, the state of public services, and regional leadership legitimacy. with emotional and political wounds still raw from the deadly storm,accusations from leading national and regional politicians now push the question of governance and trust toward a potential electoral showdown – or at least toward a heated debate in Les Corts.
Sources and credits
- Cadena SER - Original report by Radio Alicante: Morant: “Mazón vino a Alicante seguramente porque por Valencia lo corren a gorrazos” – Cadena SER