Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) — Social media users have reported that air conditioners are being removed from building facades in Tashkent under orders from the city hokim (mayor). According to the posts, the work is actively underway on Shota Rustaveli Street.

The press service of the Tashkent city administration confirmed that the dismantling and relocation of the units is part of a major reconstruction project aimed at unifying the architectural style of building facades along the street.

According to the administration, external AC units are being repositioned to a uniform height in accordance with the project's design requirements. The work is being carried out in compliance with all technical standards, including mandatory servicing of the equipment during reinstallation. Contractors selected by the relevant district hokimiyat have been brought in to implement the project.

It was also noted that the process had been temporarily suspended due to extreme heat, with air temperatures exceeding +40°C. Following a drop in temperatures, the work has resumed and is proceeding on schedule.

The city authorities emphasized that residents will not bear any costs related to the removal, maintenance, or reinstallation of the air conditioners.