Renovation Planned for “Navruz” and “Buz Bazar” Markets in Tashkent’s Mirzo-Ulugbek District

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — The “Navruz” and “Buz Bazar” markets in Tashkent’s Mirzo-Ulugbek district are set to undergo extensive renovation, the district hokimiyat announced on 21 January.

Bahodir Gaibnazarov, head of the district administration, together with representatives from the prosecutor’s office, visited both markets to discuss measures for improving operations, reducing shadow economic activity, and introducing modern management mechanisms.

Following the visit, a decision was made to carry out a comprehensive reorganization of the markets, including a full modernization of infrastructure.

The projects include the creation of a situational center to coordinate oversight, financial, and economic processes.

The hokimiyat emphasized that international best practices were applied in designing the architectural and interior solutions for the trading complexes. Particular attention will be given to phased digitalization of the markets to enhance transparency and openness of commercial operations.

The new approach is expected to support legal business activities, expand the use of cashless payments, increase the tax base, and boost local budget revenues.

Officials noted that the reforms aim to create more comfortable conditions for entrepreneurs, improve service quality for the population, and strengthen law and order.

On 22 January, the hokimiyat clarified that the works involve renovation rather than demolition and rebuilding of the markets. The focus is on upgrading existing facilities and gradually forming modern trading infrastructure.

Planned improvements include renovation of trading rows, entrance areas, walkways, and staircases, as well as landscaping pedestrian zones for the convenience of sellers and customers.

Additionally, the management systems of the markets will be enhanced and the share of informal economic activity reduced. Trading processes will be gradually digitalized, including through the installation of surveillance cameras and specialized terminals for vendors.