BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 7. Road rehabilitation works on the Arashan–Chunkurchak road, one of the main tourist routes in Kyrgyzstan's Chuy region, are progressing steadily.
The information was announced by Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Transport and Communications.
"The first seven-centimeter layer of asphalt has been fully laid on the Arashan–Chunkurchak road," the statement said.
According to the ministry, the 20.7-kilometer road provides access to popular ski resorts and recreation areas. Under the project, a second five-centimeter asphalt layer will be laid over the completed first layer.
The ministry noted that installation of retaining walls and drainage culverts has been fully completed. In addition, around 60 percent of the roadside guardrails have been installed, nearly 80 percent of road signs have been erected, and construction of two bridges has been completed.
Upon completion of the project, access to tourist destinations is expected to improve, while road safety and transport conditions along the route will be significantly enhanced.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications added that the project remains under its continuous supervision.
According to Trend's analysis, the modernization of the Arashan–Chunkurchak road reflects Kyrgyzstan's broader efforts to improve transport infrastructure serving key tourism destinations. Upgrading one of the Chuy region's main tourist routes is expected to make travel more comfortable and reliable throughout the year, while supporting growing visitor flows to the area's ski resorts and recreation facilities.
The project combines road resurfacing with the construction of supporting infrastructure, including bridges, retaining walls, drainage systems, guardrails, and road signs. This integrated approach is expected to improve traffic safety, increase the durability of the road, and reduce maintenance requirements over the long term.
Looking ahead, better transport access to the Arashan–Chunkurchak corridor could strengthen the tourism sector by improving connectivity between Bishkek and nearby mountain resorts. Continued investment in transport infrastructure is also likely to enhance the region's attractiveness for private investment and support local economic development.
