According to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of December 24, 2024, the master plan for Uzbekistan’s capital through 2045 was approved. Under this plan, the city’s territory is divided into three zones: conservation, reconstruction, and renovation.

The renovation zone includes old low-rise houses and buildings that do not meet modern urban planning and seismic safety standards. A phased replacement of these structures with modern residential and infrastructure complexes is envisioned.

The presentation provided detailed information on the upcoming steps in this direction. It was noted that the master plan identifies over 300 sites designated for renovation. As part of the first phase, scheduled for 2025-2026, 65 projects are planned for implementation. These efforts aim to enhance the functionality of targeted areas, create favorable living conditions for residents, and improve the surrounding environment. As a result, the contrast between outdated and modern neighborhoods will gradually diminish, fostering harmonious coexistence. Construction will be carried out with the preservation of existing trees and the creation of new green spaces.

The President emphasized the need for a comprehensive review of each project’s compliance with the city’s architectural style and infrastructure. He also stressed the importance of ensuring safety through geological and seismic studies. Residential buildings, he noted, must be closely integrated with social infrastructure such as schools, kindergartens, and recreational areas.

As the President noted, green spaces are the “lungs” of a city, while canals represent its “circulatory system”. Accordingly, the new master plan specializes in landscaping and water drainage. In particular, it envisions a threefold increase in the area of green zones in Tashkent and its suburbs, to 25,000 hectares. This expansion, in turn, necessitates improvements to the irrigation networks.

The presentation also reviewed the irrigation and drainage system, which has been aligned with the new master plan. By 2030, it is planned to reconstruct 100 kilometers of canals and develop pedestrian zones along them.

Research on drainage system challenges has been conducted jointly with the Turkish company Su-Yapi Engineering and Consulting. Based on aerial photography, geodetic data, and rainfall analysis, a master plan for system modernization has been developed. Last year, 45 flood-prone areas were addressed, and this year, similar measures will be implemented in another 34 locations.

The President emphasized the need to continue this work, expand its scope, and train specialists.

Information was also presented on the status of investment projects being implemented in the city. In Tashkent, 717 investment projects have been developed with a total value of $25 billion. This year, it is planned to utilize $7.5 billion and launch 265 projects. These projects include the construction of residential complexes, shopping and entertainment centers, and establishing new industrial enterprises.