The Tashkent city khokimiyat published an explanation regarding the flooding near the Chorsu metro station, which occurred after heavy rain on May 3. The administration emphasized that the cause was not only precipitation: the key factor was identified as the unauthorized blocking of irrigation (drainage) networks, which prevented the water from flowing away through the designated channels.

As a specialist clarified, in places where drainage lines previously ran, parking lots, roads, and buildings appeared over time, disrupting the system’s operation. At the same time, the city’s drainage network is designed for about 20 mm of precipitation per day; however, about 12 mm fell in 2 hours of rain — and that proved sufficient to cause flooding.

The khokimiyat reported that it is planned to open all blocked irrigation networks, build new lines, and implement a master plan рассчитом up to 36 mm of precipitation; work has already begun, and special equipment has been deployed. It is also noted that the city khokim personally went to the site and gave relevant instructions.