Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced important projects in Istanbul’s transport infrastructure. One of Istanbul’s latest initiatives to solve its transport problems is the addition of a new 4.5-kilometer metro line to Istanbul, starting from Bosna Boulevard. This new line aims to further ease Istanbul’s traffic by extending from Altunizade to Ümraniye Sports Village. Minister Uraloğlu stated that with this project, metro transportation will now be within walking distance in the busiest neighbourhoods of Ümraniye. Such investments, which are made to strengthen Istanbul’s transport infrastructure and make daily life easier for citizens, aim to make the city more livable.
Investment in Istanbul: Transportation Projects Worth 1 Trillion 381 Billion Liras
Minister Uraloğlu announced that a total of 1 trillion 381 billion liras have been invested in Istanbul. These investments cover a wide range of areas including highways, railways, airways and seaways. Among the transportation projects in Istanbul, projects such as Marmaray, Eurasia Tunnel, Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge and Northern Marmara Motorway stand out. With the work carried out since 2002, Istanbul's highways and transportation infrastructure have undergone a major transformation. These projects aim to make Istanbul one of the important transportation centers not only of Türkiye but also of the world.
The Role of Rail Systems in Istanbul and New Targets
Uraloğlu emphasized that the most effective way to solve Istanbul's transportation problem is rail systems. The 161.8 kilometers of rail system line added to Istanbul's transportation infrastructure has made the city even more integrated. Projects such as Marmaray and the Eurasia Tunnel provide uninterrupted transportation between Asia and Europe. Minister Uraloğlu stated that they are working tirelessly to expand Istanbul's metro network. Currently, Halkalı-With the Istanbul Airport line, Altunizade-Çamlıca Mosque-Bosna Boulevard Metro line and other projects, the length of Istanbul's rail system line will reach 388.5 kilometers. The Minister stated that Istanbul needs more metro lines and that the current plans are sufficient to meet this need.
New Project: Altunizade-Ümraniye Sports Village Metro Line
The new metro line project is one of the most important steps in Istanbul's transportation infrastructure. The Altunizade-Ümraniye Sports Village line will make metro transportation in the busiest areas of Ümraniye more accessible. Minister Uraloğlu stated that with the construction of this line, 188.3 kilometers of rail system lines will be created throughout Istanbul. It was stated that with the new project, Istanbul's transportation network will be further strengthened and citizens will be able to travel faster and safer.
Disinformation and Public Disclosure
Minister Uraloğlu stated that some false information was spread by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality regarding this project. He emphasized that such claims were untrue and that they initiated the project as the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. He stated that in line with the demands of the Ümraniye Mayor, it was decided to extend the line further. This process was carried out in coordination with the local governments in Istanbul. The Minister called on the people of Istanbul to be careful against misleading information and stated that the projects were presented to the public in a transparent manner.
Solution to Ümraniye's Transportation Problems: Metro Transportation Will Be Within Walking Distance
The new metro line will greatly facilitate transportation in the most densely populated neighborhoods of Ümraniye. Minister Uraloğlu stated that the most crowded areas of Ümraniye will be close to metro transportation. With this project, traffic congestion in Ümraniye is also expected to decrease. Ümraniye, one of the fastest growing districts of Istanbul, will both strengthen its transportation infrastructure and take an important step towards becoming a more livable city with this investment.
Istanbul's Future Needs and Transportation Planning
Uraloğlu stated that Istanbul needs a 1.000-kilometer-long subway line and that the current subway lines are not enough to meet this need. The current subway line length of 362 kilometers is expected to reach 388.5 kilometers with new projects. However, it is stated that more subway lines need to be built in line with Istanbul's growing population and increasing transportation demands. Transportation projects in Istanbul are designed to make the city more sustainable and transportation more efficient.
Transformation in Istanbul's Transportation Infrastructure
The statements of Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu are part of the great transformation in Istanbul’s transport infrastructure. Steps such as extending the metro lines, implementing new projects and shifting transport underground are of great importance for the future of Istanbul. As Minister Uraloğlu emphasized, Istanbul is on its way to becoming an important transport hub not only in Türkiye but also worldwide. These projects are great steps taken to make the city more livable and accessible. Solving Istanbul’s transport problems will not only make life easier for city dwellers, but will also support economic development.
