Bishkek Street Overhaul: Ahead of Schedule or Misleading?

Bishkek's Mederova Street Overhaul: Ahead of Schedule or Misleading Claims? Major repairs on Mederova Street in Bishkek, initiated on April 11th, are slated for completion by July 10th. The project encompasses not only the laying of new road surfaces but also the replacement of municipal and private heat, water, and sewage networks. This comprehensive approach aims to prevent future disruptions and the need to tear up newly laid asphalt. However, the project has faced criticism. Social media users and even members of the Jogorku Kenesh (Kyrgyzstan's parliament) voiced complaints about work stoppages on weekends and evenings. "People were surprised that work stopped on weekends and evenings," said one Bishkek resident. In response, Bishkek city officials asserted that the project is progressing ahead of schedule and called on citizens to refrain from spreading videos that present a misleading picture of the situation. The city's commitment to modernizing its infrastructure is evident in this ambitious project, despite the challenges and public scrutiny.