CFK leads 25th of May Revolution celebrations in Chaco province

CFK is scheduled to arrive at the international airport of Resistencia, Chaco´s capital, shortly before noon.

As part of the celebrations for the 201 years of what became known as the May Revolution, the stepping stone of the countries’ independence, President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner was inChaco province to host a lavishing festivity for the country's birthday.

CFK arrived at the international airport of Resistencia, Charco´s capital, shortly before noon and was participating at the traditional Te Deum which was being offered by the town’s archbishop, monsignor Fabriciano Sigampa, at the local Cathedral.

Following the religious ceremony, the mandate will receive the greetings from local and foreign authorities and move to the box raised in front of Government’s House where she will me hosting the celebration after the Charco’s governor Jorge Capitanich gives speech.

For the festivities the government has arranged a military parade followed by a show tailored by the renowned Fuerza Bruta Company with the collaboration of local artists and native Argentinean groups.

CFK´s visit is her seventh to the state during her term and the first time the province has hosted the main May Revolution celebrations.

There has been great anticipation over her visit due to the expectations of a probable announcement of her candidacy for reelection.

However, local and national authorities have been skeptical over the hypothesis of an announcement during the celebrations.

CFK´s chief of staff Anibal Fernandez has being quoted saying that she is “taking her time.” According to him, “ those instances have to be handled with care and patience.”

Nonetheless, the President’s trip raised great expectations among chaqueños, which considered the celebration “an historical” event.

“It is a very significant date for all Argentineans because it is the eighth anniversary of the beginning of an economic and social political project led by late Néstor Kirchner,” Capitanich remarked.

The governor made a call to all to participate in the festivities, “and enjoy a true celebration.”

The preparations for the celebration in the province begun several months ago and included the re pavement of streets, remodeling of historical buildings and the town’s square.

The governor also reminded the population that activities are not to be canceled because of the rain. The army will be serving hot chocolate to “warm up” the audience.

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