Islam Makhachev highlights construction issues in Dagestan amid flooding

Islam Makhachev has repeatedly drawn attention to what he calls the "chaotic construction" problem in Dagestan, particularly in Makhachkala. He criticized the proliferation of low-quality residential complexes built close together and numerous unauthorized construction projects. Seventeen days ago, as flooding was affecting Dagestan, Makhachev appealed to regional leadership to address construction issues, stating that "Makhachkala has turned into one chaotic construction site." He recently reposted content from geographer Dmitry Koryukhin, a school teacher in Dagestan, who shared aerial photos showing what he described as an urban catastrophe. Makhachev has been praised for bringing attention to this regional issue.