Islam Makhachev highlights urban development problems in Dagestan and Makhachkala

Islam Makhachev has repeatedly drawn attention to construction chaos in Dagestan, particularly in Makhachkala. He criticized low-quality residential complexes built closely together and the proliferation of unauthorized construction. Seventeen days ago, during flooding in Dagestan, Makhachev appealed to regional leadership to address construction issues, stating that Makhachkala has become "one chaotic construction site." Recently he reposted content from geographer Dmitry Koryukhin, a school teacher in Dagestan and 2025 Teacher of the Year, who shared aerial photographs showing what the post describes as an urban disaster. The post praises Makhachev for recognizing and highlighting these regional problems beyond his fighting career.