Islam Makhachev highlights Dagestan construction crisis amid regional flooding

Islam Makhachev used his platform to draw attention to what he describes as a major construction problem in Dagestan, specifically the chaotic development of low-quality residential complexes built extremely close together, along with numerous unauthorized constructions. Seventeen days ago, as flooding was already affecting Dagestan, Makhachev appealed to regional leadership to address the construction issue, stating that "Makhkachkala has turned into one chaotic construction site." He recently reposted content from geographer and Dagestan schoolteacher Dmitry Koryukhin, who shared aerial photographs revealing the extent of the urban planning disaster in the capital city. The post contextualizes this as part of a broader Russian problem, noting that across many major cities, massive apartment complexes of 1,000 units and 30 stories are being constructed despite stagnant or declining populations, with many standing half-empty. The issue has persisted for years with no signs of resolution, and Makhachev is praised for using his visibility to highlight this crisis.