Islam Makhachev criticizes chaotic construction problems in Dagestan

Islam Makhachev has repeatedly drawn attention to the construction crisis in Dagestan, particularly in Makhachkala. The UFC lightweight champion highlighted the proliferation of poorly built residential complexes constructed too close together, along with numerous unauthorized construction projects. Seventeen days ago, during flooding in Dagestan, Makhachev called on regional leadership to address construction issues, stating that Makhachkala has become one chaotic construction site. Today he reposted content from geographer Dmitry Koryukhin, a school teacher in Dagestan, who shared aerial photographs illustrating what he described as an urban catastrophe. The post notes this is a broader Russian problem, with high-rise complexes being built in cities with declining or stagnant populations.