“The main issue in Baku’s Master Plan is the reduction of traffic congestion”.
“Elchi” reports that Riad Gasimov, Head of the Baku City Main Department of Architecture and Urban Planning under the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture, stated this at an event dedicated to the Baku City Master Plan held within the framework of WUF13.
He stated that the goal is to build a sustainable urban planning infrastructure: “Another issue is the protection of historical and cultural monuments. Our priority is integrated and efficient mobility. A modern city cannot function effectively without a well-connected and sustainable transport system. The Master Plan prioritizes public transport, multimodal connectivity, reduction of traffic congestion, and better integration between residential, commercial, and recreational zones. Our goal is not only to improve mobility but also to create an urban structure where people spend less time on the road”.
Riad Gasimov also spoke about the work being done in the field of preserving historical and cultural identity: “Baku is a city with a unique architectural and cultural heritage that reflects centuries of history and intercultural exchange. While modernizing the city, preserving its identity remains one of our main responsibilities. Therefore, the Master Plan aims to create harmony between modern urban development and heritage conservation, ensuring innovative and sustainable development while protecting historical architecture”.