A protest against the state budget for the year 2026 was held in Burgas. The demonstration gathered many people in front of the municipal building. Representatives of various civil and professional groups participated, a BTA reporter witnessed. The participants express their disagreement with the planned budget parameters for the next year and demand changes.
The protest is proceeding peacefully and without violations of public order. There is increased police presence on the scene. An attempt at provocation was made, and the police took one person away.
The organizers defined the budget as “unbalanced” and “unfair”, and their main criticisms are related to the low funds for the regions, insufficient funding for education and healthcare, as well as unfulfilled commitments to those working in the public sector.