Protesters are expected to take to the streets across Greece today, Wednesday, March 5, in fresh demonstrations demanding justice for the victims of the tragic Tempi train disaster.
The rallies, organised by labour unions, trade associations, and civil society groups, come just days after a nationwide strike on February 28 that saw massive participation.
Key Demonstrations Across Major Cities
In Athens, the main rally will be held at Syntagma Square at 7 p.m., coinciding with a pre-agenda debate in Parliament on the same issue. Similar gatherings will take place in major cities, including Thessaloniki at the Venizelos Statue, Patras at Georgiou Square, and Larissa at the city’s central square.
Beyond these hubs, protests are scheduled in multiple locations across the country:
- Tripoli: 7 p.m. at Petrinou Square
- Agrinio: 7 p.m. at the central square
- Alexandria: 7 p.m. at the Cultural Centre
- Kalamata: 7 p.m. at the central square
- Arta: 7:30 p.m. at Kilkis
- Corinth: 6:30 p.m. in front of the National Bank (pedestrian street Ethn. Antistaseos)
- Corfu: 6:30 p.m. at Porta Riala
- Mytilene: 7 p.m. at Sapphous Square
- Naoussa: 7 p.m. at the central square
- Veria: 7 p.m. at the Town Hall Square
- Zakynthos: 6:30 p.m. at Agios Markos Square
- Nafplio: 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall Square
- Karditsa: 6:30 p.m. at the central square
- Sparta: 7 p.m. at the central square
Meanwhile, a separate protest is planned in Igoumenitsa on Thursday, March 6, at 7 p.m.
Public Transport Unaffected
Unlike last week’s strike, today’s demonstrations will not impact public transport services. Metro, tram, buses, suburban railway, and trains will operate as usual throughout the day.
Demands for Accountability and Justice
The rallies are being organised by federations, labour centres, trade unions, student associations, and other organisations under the central slogan: “No Cover-Up – No Retreat – Justice for Tempi.” Protesters continue to demand accountability for the disaster and call for significant improvements in railway safety across the country.
The Tempi train collision, which occurred on February 28, 2023, remains one of Greece’s deadliest railway accidents, sparking widespread outrage and calls for systemic reforms in transportation infrastructure.