Rustam Minnikhanov: Effective development of Kazan eco-district is of great importance for the whole republic

On November 7, at the Kazan City Hall, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov took part in the final meeting of the competition committee to choose winners of an open international competition for the development of a concept and master plan for the eco-district in Kazan.

The competition is aimed at developing a project for the development of a land plot of 759 hectares, located near the Arakchino residential area in Kirovsky district of Kazan.

Minnikhanov noted that when organizing the competition, a task was set to develop the territory in the most qualitative and effective manner. To achieve this goal, an international format for the competition was chosen - both Russian and foreign experts were involved in in the project.

This project is of great importance for the republic, Tatarstan President emphasized. He reminded that the funds from the sale of the plot will be used to support depositors affected as a result of the collapse of some Tatarstan banks.

At the same time, during the work it is impossible to concentrate on making profit only, Minnikhanov noted. “This site is an important part of the city. It is necessary to create a modern comfortable territory for the life of our citizens, meeting all the necessary requirements. It is necessary to preserve the existing natural landscape. This is a unique place,” Tatarstan President said.

According to him, a lot of work was done during the competition. Minnikhanov noted the high level of the submitted projects, and also thanked all the participants, experts and jury members.

In total, 122 participants from 20 countries registered to participate in the competition. A total of 47 bids were submitted to the jury. The jury chose three finalist consortiums. Today, during the meeting, each team presented its projects for the development of the territory.

The winners of the competition will be announced today during a special press conference.