Islam Makhachev highlights construction problems in Dagestan amid flooding

Islam Makhachev has once again drawn attention to what he describes as chaotic construction issues in Dagestan, particularly in Makhachkala. The lightweight champion addressed regional leadership 17 days ago during severe flooding, calling on them to address construction practices, stating that 'Makhachkala has turned into one chaotic construction site.' Makhachev recently reposted content from geographer Dmitry Koryukhin, a school teacher in Dagestan and 2025 Teacher of the Year, who shared aerial photographs of Makhachkala illustrating what he characterized as an urban planning disaster. The post contextualizes this within a broader Russian phenomenon of excessive residential construction, with numerous high-rise developments being built despite stagnant or declining populations in many major cities. Makhachev's advocacy on this issue demonstrates his concern for local infrastructure and quality of life problems in his home region.