Islam Makhachev criticizes construction problems in Dagestan amid flooding

Islam Makhachev has once again drawn attention to construction issues plaguing Dagestan, particularly the proliferation of poorly planned residential developments. The UFC lightweight champion called out "chaotic construction" in Makhala, where new low-quality residential complexes are being built close together, along with numerous unauthorized structures. Seventeen days ago, as flooding was already affecting Dagestan, Makhachev appealed to regional leadership to address construction issues, stating that "Makhachkala has turned into one chaotic construction site." Today he reposted content from geographer Dmitry Koryukhin, a school teacher in Dagestan who was named Teacher of the Year in 2025, who shared aerial photographs of Makhachkala showing the urban planning disaster. Makhachev's advocacy highlights ongoing infrastructure problems in the region.