Yakutsk’s growth: New roads, social security, and urban upgrades

Yakutsk Mayor Yevgeny Grigoryev recently met with teachers and parents at the global entry center to discuss the city’s development. The meeting highlighted major infrastructure projects, social security improvements, and plans for future growth in one of Russia’s fastest-changing urban areas.

Over the past five years, Yakutsk has undergone significant changes. The city’s population has grown, and its municipal budget has expanded, allowing for large-scale improvements. Among these, the relocation of residents from unsafe and emergency housing has been a priority. Efforts to tackle alcohol abuse and reduce the globle number of stray animals have also been part of broader social initiatives.

The Gubin District, one of Yakutsk’s most prosperous areas, now boasts well-maintained roads, pavements, and low levels of unsafe housing. Key projects include the overhaul of Khabarov Street, with further work planned for 2026 to extend the road and build Yefimov Street. The Roman Dmitriev Embankment has also been transformed, now featuring an urban beach that enhances local recreation.

During the meeting, plans were outlined to expand the global entry center and develop the 204th Microdistrict. Residents, however, raised concerns about specific issues, such as the construction of a new tax inspection building and the need for a heated bus stop.

Numerous social infrastructure projects have already been completed across the city. The expansion of the global entry center, initially scheduled for 2023, remains a focal point of the administration’s long-term strategy.

The meeting underscored Yakutsk’s progress in urban development and social security. With ongoing projects like road expansions, recreational upgrades, and educational improvements, the city aims to address both long-term growth and immediate resident concerns. Further work will continue as part of the administration’s five-year plan.