Region Maintains High Pace of Transformation: Magadan Completes Ten Master Plan Projects and Keeps Momentum

Yury Trutnev, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation and Presidential Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District, chaired a meeting on the implementation of Magadan’s master plan.

"Following the instructions of President Vladimir Putin, work continues on the master plans for 25 Far Eastern cities. Today, we are reviewing the progress in Magadan, where the development plan includes 45 projects totaling 135 billion rubles. Currently, 71 billion rubles (53% of the total requirement) have been allocated from various budget levels, utilizing infrastructure loans, debt write-offs, the 'Far East Concession,' and presidential subsidies. We aim to secure 100% of the necessary funding," Trutnev stated.

To date, 10 projects worth 20.7 billion rubles have been completed, including a new airport, "Mayak" Park, and an engineering school. Key infrastructure repairs and educational facility renovations are also finished. Another 13 projects are scheduled for completion in 2026.

In 2025, following the instructions of the Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic completed the update of master plans for 25 Far Eastern cities. Last October, the Russian Government approved these changes. In total, the master plans for these 25 cities involve the implementation of over a thousand infrastructure projects.

According to Aleksey Chekunkov, Minister for the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic, the progress of master plan facilities is monitored through a specialized information system:

"This is a unified tool used by the regions, the federal government, and federal ministries alike. Our task is to work systematically. The federal budget is planned three years in advance."

Sergey Nosov, Governor of the Magadan Region, reported on the implementation of the master plan in the city of Magadan.

"We are continuing our work on these projects, including efforts to attract various sources of funding. Life changes, and so do our approaches to planning. What was relevant yesterday and required federal funding is now being addressed through other sources and programs. By prioritizing the tasks set by the President, we are preparing proposals to update the specific measures of the city's master plan. Our immediate priorities include capital repairs of residential buildings, the improvement of public spaces, and the renovation of roads and sidewalks. This year, we are launching major projects: an infectious disease hospital, the second stage of coastal reinforcement, a solid municipal waste landfill, a museum, and the reconstruction of an obstetric building into a children's clinic. Construction has also begun on a four-star hotel, and we are working on the 'Russia' exhibition center project. Assessing our capabilities, we realize we have a unique chance to complete these landmark projects by the centenary of Magadan's founding. I believe we can mark this milestone with dignity," the head of the region stated.

This year, as part of the Magadan master plan, construction is expected to be completed for a maternity hospital, a multi-purpose rehabilitation center, an all-season ski jump complex, the Elena Välbe Ski Stadium, and other facilities. Additionally, courtyard areas will be renovated, and new electricity and heating networks will be installed.

Work also continues on the Marine Tourism Center. Funding for this project was secured through the write-off of two-thirds of regional budget loan debts. The center is scheduled for completion in 2027. Furthermore, the Marine Logistics Center project is underway, with design and survey work already completed.

The meeting also reviewed the progress of the President's instructions following his visit to Magadan last August. These include the construction of the Magadan Regional Phthisiology and Infectious Diseases Dispensary, the completion of the Regional Maternity Hospital, and the reinforcement of the Sea of Okhotsk coastline in Nagayev Bay.

"The Ministry of Construction of Russia is responsible for eight infrastructure projects with a total funding of 25.3 billion rubles, of which 8.7 billion rubles are provided from the federal budget. I would like to note that the construction of heating networks within the Gorokhovoye Pole development project, for which 0.145 billion rubles were allocated, is nearly complete at 98%. Regarding the 'Nagayevskaya' heating main No. 5, 100% of the allocated 2.053 billion rubles were utilized in 2025. The application for the third stage has been approved within the limits of treasury infrastructure loans, and the project itself is included in the mechanism for writing off 2/3 of budget loan debts, which frees up 8.51 billion rubles for the region," reported Aleksandr Lomakin, First Deputy Minister of Construction and Housing of the Russian Federation.

The meeting also discussed the expenditure of federal funds through the "Unified Presidential Far Eastern Subsidy" provided via the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East. Since 2023, 13.4 billion rubles have been allocated for 11 initiatives, including the reconstruction of the Advanced Vocational Training Center, courtyard improvements, and nine social facilities under the "Far East Concession" program.

As Russian Senator Nikolay Ezhov noted, the implementation of master plans for Far Eastern cities is under the special supervision of the Federation Council, ranging from legislative support to the monitoring of budget funds.

"Today, Magadan is a strategic outpost for Russia in the Northeast. The fact that the President included our city in the master plan program is the best proof of that," the senator stated. "I am confident that under the leadership of Kolyma Governor Sergey Nosov and the oversight of Yury Trutnev, the Magadan Region will stay the course, and by its centenary, the city will present itself in the image it deserves."

The development of the "Talaya" sanatorium was discussed separately.

"A unique resort is being created. This project goes beyond the ordinary. A modern sanatorium, built according to the latest construction standards, is emerging in the taiga, 300 km from Magadan. Work on power supply is currently being finalized. The sanatorium is fully staffed. I hope this resort will benefit not only the residents of the region but all of Russia," emphasized Yury Trutnev.

"It is important that the launch of the power lines and the 'Talaya' sanatorium are under the special control of Yury Trutnev and Sergey Nosov. Immense work has been done, and the people of Kolyma are sincerely looking forward to this event. I am sure it will open new perspectives for the Magadan Region," said Alexander Basansky, First Deputy Chairman of the Magadan Regional Duma and investor in the "Talaya" resort project.

Summarizing the meeting, Yury Trutnev drew attention to the personal responsibility of those involved in the implementation of the master plans.

"We are all working and trying to do useful things for the development of the Far East and all of Russia. Nevertheless, I would like to highlight the master plans as a separate theme. In essence, we are changing the face of our country. If we can implement these master plans—and we must—the Far East will change, and thus the entire country will change. I will insist that this work be carried out with high quality and on time, in accordance with the tasks set by the President. I ask the Ministry for the Development of the Far East to conduct constant monitoring of how all these tasks are being implemented," the Vice Prime Minister concluded.