As previously reported by Spot, Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the initial offices of government agencies in the developing town of "New Tashkent".
The president also reviewed the progress of the transportation infrastructure and engineering communications in "New Tashkent".
The city, designed to accommodate 1 million residents, is undergoing extensive underground engineering works, "laying the groundwork for future grand constructions." In particular, it is planned that in the new city, infrastructure, daily life, and ecology will coexist harmoniously.
For instance, the creation of an eco-friendly transportation system is planned—metro movement and electric buses will be closely interconnected. Fourteen tunnels will be constructed for transportation, and underground parking for 100,000 vehicles will be equipped. Additionally, conditions will be created for barrier-free and safe movement for pedestrians and cyclists.
At one of the future intersections, the foundation for columns is already being poured, along with waterproofing works. The president was briefed on these processes and provided recommendations for using high-quality materials that are resistant to external influences.
Currently, the construction of single and double-section engineering collectors has begun, through which all networks of centralized heating, water supply, electricity supply, and telecommunications will run underground. "Smart" technologies will be implemented in the city, and for the first time in the country, a "trigeneration" station will be built. Wastewater will be processed using modern technologies, and the resulting water will be directed for irrigation and technical needs.
The head of state was presented with projects planned within the first phase of the "New Tashkent" construction. The winners of the auctions for the land plots showcased their investment initiatives. There is also noted interest in the project from "many local and foreign investors".
Within the first phase, the construction of 11 multifunctional (mixed-use) complexes, as well as hotels and restaurants worth $490 million has already commenced.
In 2025, land plots for subsequent phases will be auctioned. Each phase will introduce new investment opportunities and projects. In the long term, it is planned to create around 200,000 high-income jobs in "New Tashkent" through the implementation of innovative technologies. For this, technoparks, an IT park, and educational and medical clusters will be established.
Photo: press service of the president
The Path to New Tashkent
In July 2023, the president instructed the creation of a Directorate for the construction of "New Tashkent". Until 2027, the directorate, its contractors, and participating investors in the project are exempt from duties on the import of construction equipment, components, and spare parts that are not produced in Uzbekistan.
In September, Mirziyoyev reviewed the master plan for "New Tashkent". It included the construction of residential and infrastructure facilities for 100,000 residents over an area of 2,500 hectares in the first phase.
The construction of the first facilities in New Tashkent began in April of this year. These include the campuses of the "New Uzbekistan" University and the Tashkent State Pedagogical University, a library, a National Theater, a literature museum, and other cultural objects.
A little later, a presentation of the master plan for "New Tashkent" took place, which was developed by an international consortium led by the British firm Cross Works. According to it, the first section will include Infinity Square with government institutions, a pedestrian Silk City, and twin towers standing 575 meters tall.
Half of the district will be allocated for housing, about a third for commercial real estate, and 20% for green spaces. Additionally, pedestrian streets, public spaces, integrated water arteries, and buildings with contextual architecture are planned to be created here.
During Vladimir Putin's visit to Uzbekistan in May, Mirziyoyev mentioned that he had been nurturing the idea of "New Tashkent" for 3-4 years. Jahongir Anvarov, the head of the architecture department in the "New Tashkent" directorate, estimated the completion of construction works in the first section to take 6-10 years.
Earlier, Spot reported that the president was acquainted with the construction of educational and scientific institutions in "New Tashkent".