The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved funding for 113 infrastructure projects in the regions totaling over UAH 1.8 billion. Funds from the State Fund for Regional Development will be directed to modernizing educational and medical institutions, water supply, and enhancing the energy resilience of communities.
The government made the decision on November 11. Prime Minister Serhiy Koretskyi reported that the majority of projects relate to education. Funding is provided for repairs to schools and kindergartens, modernization of canteens, and construction of shelters.
In the medical sector, funds will be used for hospital reconstruction and creation of rehabilitation departments, including for military personnel. Some projects provide for the construction and renovation of water pipelines, water intakes, and treatment facilities.
Part of the funding will be directed to energy efficiency and autonomy of municipal facilities, including building insulation, installation of autonomous power sources, and solar power plants.
According to the Ministry of Regional Development, 113 projects will be implemented within 92 medium-term investment plans, of which 77 belong to territorial communities and 15 to regions. The projects were selected in September, and now the government has approved their funding.
An important condition is co-financing from local budgets of at least 10% of the project cost. If the works cannot be completed by the end of 2026, further funding will have to be provided from local budgets or other sources.
In total, 558 investment projects were submitted for consideration. Selection considered their compliance with community development strategies, quality of preparation, and socio-economic significance.
Sources: Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, Ministry of Regional Development
