The Tashkent city administration has revealed details of the '15-minute accessible environment' project: parking lots and driveways will be moved out of the inner courtyards of apartment buildings, and children's and sports playgrounds will appear in the freed-up spaces. The renovation of 100 mahallas is planned for 2027, and 400 by 2030.
The outlet Sarpa.media examined a closed decision of the Tashkent khokim dated 29 November 2024, under which 131 facilities were transferred to entrepreneurs for the creation of standard mahalla centers under public-private partnership. The review showed that in many projects the mahalla is allotted only part of the first floor or basement, while the rest is occupied by hotels, residential buildings and commercial facilities. Violations of environmental legislation and links between developer companies were identified. The khokimiyat did not respond to the outlet's request. The outlet Sarpa.media examined a closed decision of the Tashkent khokim dated November 29, 2024, under which 131 facilities were transferred to entrepreneurs for the creation of standard mahalla centers under a public-private partnership. The review showed that in many projects the mahalla is allotted only part of the first or ground floor, while the rest is occupied by hotels, residential buildings and commercial facilities. Violations of environmental legislation and ties between the developer companies were identified. The khokimiyat did not respond to the outlet's request.
The press service of the Association of Mahallas of Uzbekistan and Mahalla media LLC held a press conference and media tour for media outlets in Jizzakh. Topics included holding weddings without excessive expenses and debts, protecting young people from drug addiction, and creating a safe environment in mahallas. Journalists visited the 'Jizzaxlik' and 'Madaniyat' mahallas.
A press conference and media tour were held in Syrdarya Region, organized by the Press Service of the Uzbekistan Mahalla Union and LLC «Mahalla media» with the participation of media outlets. The discussions covered drug prevention, protecting youth from harmful vices, strengthening family values, and holding celebrations in a compact manner without excessive expenses.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev got acquainted with the development of the Chim mahalla in Koson (Kamashi) district, where 55 billion soums have been allocated for infrastructure renewal. He spoke with residents, noted the growth of higher education coverage and discussed employment measures, including greenhouses and lemon growing.
The Forestry Agency reported that in the autumn season of 2026, 140 million seedlings are planned to be planted in Uzbekistan. The campaign will proceed in stages by region starting November 1. Also, 257 'green gardens' and parks will be created, about 4,200 'forest mentors' have been assigned to mahallas, and from 2027 the 'Mahalla Greening' package and the 'Yashil Lot' system will be introduced.
In the Habib Abdullayev mahalla, together with Uzsanoatqurilishbank, the needs of local entrepreneurs are being studied and their business ideas are turned into practical projects. An example is a confectionery and bakery shop that received about 100 million soums and increased production by 30–40%.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed a presentation of projects for the improvement of Tashkent neighborhoods, including the comprehensive renewal of four neighborhoods in the Yashnabad district. The program provides for moving parking outside courtyards, bike lanes, school expansion, and the creation of up to 130,000 jobs by 2030.