New LRT construction noticed in Astana - photos

The project is currently focused on Aitmatov Street.

By all appearances, work is just about to begin; workers in uniform were spotted at the site.

There is also a significant amount of machinery, road signs, and specialized fencing at the location.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Were it not for the "Astana LRT" signage, one might mistake the activity for routine road repairs.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

However, all indicators suggest that the signature pylons for the future light rail system will soon appear here.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Incidentally, the former "Astana LRT" branding seems to have remained on the fencing since the construction of the first phase.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

We did, however, notice the new branding: Tarlan Astana.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

City Transportation Systems (CTS), the project operator, confirmed that the new work represents a continuation of the LRT's second phase toward Kosshy.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

The line will run in both directions along Aitmatov Street.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Aitmatov Street intersects with Syganak Street, located near the Khan Shatyr Shopping and Entertainment Center.

Current LRT route map. Source: CTS

Earlier, CTS head Assylbek Duisebayev announced that There are plans to extend the LRT to the old railway station, starting from Khan Shatyr.

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According to the official, construction of the LRT on the right bank could take three years.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

The extension of the line to Kosshy, however, could be completed by the end of 2027, subject to available funding.

Photo: Tengrinews.kz/ Nurlan Alzhabayev

Notably, pylons have already been installed in the direction of Kosshy. We previously reported that trees were being "felled" at the construction site. It was later clarified that the plants are being transplanted to other areas to clear the path for construction work.

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