«Residents have been waiting for this for 55 years» – traffic on the second stage of the Voznesensky highway has been launched in Kazan

The second 8 – kilometers stage of the highway is designed to ease traffic on the Mamadyshsky tract. Now, drivers will be able to leave the city within seven minutes. Along the entire route, the lighting, above-ground and underground pedestrian crossings were equipped, as well as bike paths. A «free flow» system was linked to the toll section, allowing drivers not to stop or slow down while paying. To monitor the transport and safety of drivers, more than 45 video cameras, signage, and variable information boards have been installed on the highway. Thanks to this, the Voznesensky tract has become the most technologically advanced highway in the city.

The construction of the Voznesensky tract began in 2021 and the first stage was completed in 2023. This highway has become the fifth outbound highway in the city and is the first city toll road in the republic. Ilsur Metshin, the Mayor of Kazan, took part in the opening ceremony of the highway. Marat Khusnullin, Chairman of the Government of Russia and Rais (Head) of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov joined the ceremony via a video conference mode.

«The Voznesensky tract was included in the city's plan in 1969. For 55 years, residents and leaders of the republic dreamed about it. We want to thank our government for the reconstruction of Gorkovskoye highway, for the implementation of projects which allowed to reach 85% of the standard roads», – the Mayor said. He thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for implementing large-scale projects, including the construction of the M12 federal highway: «It's a significant project. I would like to express my gratitude from all the residents of Kazan, who are very sincerely grateful for the New Year's gifts that have happened this year».

In addition, the ramp at Kazan Airport and the Alekseevsk–Almetyevsk Toll Highway also opened today. Rustam Minnikhanov addressed to the President of Russia with the words of gratitude. He noted that this was the first time in the country's history that such a significant number of transport infrastructure projects had been completed.

The Voznesensky highway will significantly relieve traffic on the Mamadyshsky tract. It provides for continuous traffic in three lanes in each direction. The allowed speed is 70 km/h on this highway. The width of the carriageway is about 27 meters, while the total surface area of the highway is approximately 320,000 square meters. Two pedestrian crossings have been built: one underground and one aboveground. A sidewalk with a length of 11 kilometers and a width up to 4.5 meters has also been installed.

A bridge over the Noksa River was also constructed. A sewage treatment plants, storm drains and an interchange next to the M7 highway were installed. Along the road, 852 lighting poles and noise barriers were placed for 10 kilometers, and the surrounding area was landscaped.