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The capital continues to develop its public transportation ticket system. Residents and visitors to the city already have access to the world's widest choice of payment methods and a flexible fare menu to suit passengers' needs. Sergei Sobyanin announced this on his channel in messenger MAX.

Student travel passes and tickets in the capital are the most affordable among major Russian cities.

Last year, modern and innovative turnstiles and ticket vending machines manufactured in Moscow began to be installed in the metro. By 2026, another 85 turnstiles will be installed at 25 stations. Thanks to their compact design, the number of passageways will increase by 20 percent. In addition, 450 of the most innovative terminals and ticket vending machines manufactured in Moscow are planned to be installed.

"The new turnstiles, in turn, will increase metro station capacity by up to 40 percent. And the innovative terminals operate faster, doubling the speed of passenger service," the Moscow Mayor noted.

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For the fifth year in a row, biometrics remains the most cost-effective payment method. In 2025, it became available at all turnstiles at all metro stations and the Moscow Central Circle (MCC), covering more than four thousand turnstiles. Over the past year, the number of passengers boarding public transportation using facial recognition technology has doubled, exceeding 710,000. Plans for 2026 include the introduction of biometric payment at all Moscow Central Diameters (MCD) stations and on ground-based public transportation. This is the most convenient and secure domestic fare payment service, wholly owned by the Moscow Government.

More than 75 percent of metro rides are paid for with the Troika card. Starting May 23, 2024, a virtual Troika card will be available for smartphones running any operating system (iOS, Android). This means passengers no longer need to use plastic. With the digital card, the time from ticket purchase to fare payment takes less than one minute. Since the service's launch, 270,000 virtual Troika cards have been issued. In 2025, passengers used them to pay for more than nine million rides.

City residents also pay using QR codes through the Faster Payments system. Since this option was introduced on public transport, it has been used more than 24 million times. This secure domestic payment service is owned by the Bank of Russia.

In addition, for the convenience of public transport passengers, multifunctional mobile applications are being developed: "Moscow Metro" (20.4 million downloads, more than three million active users), "Moscow Transport" (over 9.5 million downloads, 1.1 million active users), and "Parking Russia" (over 12 million downloads, 2.7 million active users).

"To further expand the range of innovative solutions for passengers, the Moscow Transport IT department has been established as a separate entity," added Sergei Sobyanin.

The new IT company MTTECH is wholly owned by the Moscow Government.

Improving accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility

The capital is constantly working to improve the comfort of travel for passengers, including those with limited mobility. To assist them, the Passenger Mobility Center (PMC) was established in 2013. It is available to residents with hearing, vision, or mobility impairments, as well as senior citizens and parents with children under seven.

"In particular, specialists from the Passenger Mobility Center provide free accompaniment to passengers at metro stations and the Moscow Central Circle (MCC) along their entire route, providing information support. Over the past year, the number of accompaniment routes provided by the Center has increased by 15, bringing the total to 370," noted Sergei Sobyanin.

For example, you can now order support to the "Professions of the Future" practical training center and the Moscow State Linguistic University.

Over the entire period of the center’s operation, its services have been used more than 1.3 million times, and in 2025 – more than 78 thousand times.

Today, 263 Moscow metro stations are equipped with special navigation systems for passengers with reduced mobility.

You can submit a request for support on the website mosmetro.ru, in the Moscow Metro app, through the Alexandra chatbot, and through the TSOM contact center.

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The Khludov family mansion in the center of Moscow has undergone renovation and restoration. The three-story building, with a basement and mezzanine, covers over 2,500 square meters and is located at 5a Khomutovsky Tupik, Building 1. It was built in 1864 for the renowned Moscow merchant and philanthropist Alexei Khludov.

The house often hosted musical evenings, for which an organ and two grand pianos were installed in the second-floor grand hall. These were attended by renowned figures of Russian culture: Sergei Taneyev, Dmitry Merezhkovsky, Vladimir Solovyov, Nikolai Zhukovsky, and Sergei Muromtsev.

Later, at various times, the building housed a girls' gymnasium, a high school, a hospital, and a medical center. The building's appearance and layout underwent numerous changes. In the 1950s, the mezzanine was expanded to a full third floor. A small mezzanine was also added, and a back staircase and elevator shaft were added to the courtyard façade. Over the years, some of the decorative elements were lost, and the antique wooden frames were replaced with plastic-framed windows.

"One of the most important tasks was strengthening the building's structure. Specialists reinforced the basement vaults and existing openings in the interior load-bearing brick walls. To ensure reliable operation of the elevator, the shaft walls were secured with metal straps, and then a new elevator was installed. To protect the walls and foundation from moisture and mold, vertical waterproofing was performed using rolled materials and the application of special rubber and polymer compounds. This technology is often used to protect older buildings from meltwater, rainwater, and groundwater. Horizontal waterproofing was also performed using an injection method. For this, special compounds were injected under pressure into the drilled holes, filling them and displacing excess moisture," he explained.

Anton Melnikov, First Deputy Head of the Capital Repairs Department.

During the renovation, specialists replaced the existing 864-square-meter pitched roof with metal profiles. They also installed gutters to drain rainwater and meltwater and replaced the internal roof trusses.

During the renovations, the damaged electrical, water, heating, and ventilation systems were completely replaced. The mansion now houses the International Training and Methodological Center for Financial Monitoring. Partitions were installed to accommodate the building's new purpose, and finishing work was completed on a total area of 5,100 square meters.

Architectural drawings of the building were found in the central archive; it was these that the restorers used as a reference when developing the project.

Specialists restored the facade's brickwork, the polished limestone plinth, and the brickwork of the extension and other damaged areas. The pits were lined with polished limestone, and the walls were covered with stone.

The building's façade was originally richly and uniquely decorated, and during the renovation, the plaster and stone architectural decor of the façade and the plaster cornices around the perimeter were recreated. The front porch was paved with white stone, and wrought-iron canopies on metal brackets were installed over the main and courtyard entrances.

Particular attention was also paid to the lobby interior, where the moldings—ceiling rosettes, corner trim, and elongated cornices—were preserved. Specialists cleaned the surfaces, restored missing fragments, treated all elements with antifungal and strengthening compounds, and then primed and painted.

In the wooden vestibule, the veneered surfaces of the frame and oak doors were restored, and the lost brass elements—handles, hinges, bolts, and stops—were recreated.

The first-floor lobby and stairwell were also renovated, including chandeliers and light fixtures, metal stair railings, and handrails. On the third floor, the metal spiral staircase leading to the mezzanine was restored. The windows and doors were made of hardwood, recreating the original glazing.

The mansion adjoins a large area, which was used as a garden during the Khludov family's time. As part of the landscaping project, the metal fencing was replaced and a partial green fence of cotoneaster was installed. The pedestrian area was paved with granite tiles covering almost 120 square meters, over 700 square meters of asphalt were laid at the entrances, and parking bays were created. The garden is currently illuminated by six outdoor floor lamps and six outdoor lighting poles with LED fixtures. Benches have been installed for relaxation. Two century-old oak trees were preserved, 12 new trees—lindens and ginnal maples—were planted, and 356 square meters of lawn were laid.

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A building will be constructed in the Ostankino District under the renovation program. The new building will be located at Godovikova Street, plot No. 12. This was announced by the Chairman of the Moscow City Committee for Pricing Policy in Construction and State Expertise of Projects (Moskomexpertiza). Ivan Shcherbakov.

"The design for a multi-apartment building planned for construction under the renovation program on Godovikova Street in the Ostankino District has successfully passed state review. The new building will replace two five-story buildings included in the program. It will contain 168 apartments, including two for people with disabilities," said Ivan Shcherbakov.

The total area of the apartments will be approximately 10,500 square meters. All rooms will be finished using modern, safe, and durable materials.

According to the design, the building's first floor will be non-residential. It will house the entrance to the residential section and public spaces totaling 380 square meters. It will also house a public information center for the renovation program. The area around the building will be landscaped and greened.

The building will be located a ten-minute walk from the Alekseyevskaya metro station. It will be close to all necessary amenities: kindergartens, schools, clinics, shops, public services, and other amenities.

All information about the renovation program is presented on the portal mos.ruMore information about apartments and houses under the program can be found at link.

Sobyanin: More than 250 residents of the Mozhaisk district will move to new housing under the renovation program.Over 30 buildings were resettled under the renovation program in the South-Eastern Administrative District in 2025.

The renovation program was approved in August 2017. It affects approximately one million Muscovites and provides for the relocation of 5,176 buildings. Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin ordered the pace of implementation of the renovation program to be accelerated. twice.

Moscow is one of the region's leaders in terms of construction volume. The high rate of housing construction is in line with the goals and initiatives of the national project. Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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In the sixth season of the festival Moscow Estates, which ran from December 1 to February 28, the festival's dedicated spaces in the city center, as well as the new winter route "Moscow Estate," were particularly popular with guests. Additionally, a daily events program was implemented for the first time on the grounds of the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve.

Getting to Know History

The new interactive route "Moscow Estate," created in partnership with the Yandex Go app, connects 14 historic mansions in the capital—from well-known museum-reserves to sites beloved by Moscow connoisseurs. Among them are the Khitrovo House, home to the A.S. Pushkin Memorial Apartment, the Razumovsky Palace, the I.S. Turgenev House-Museum, and the Tolstoy Estate Museum in Khamovniki.

Each participant was given a special map. Visitors navigated to designated areas, purchased tickets at the estate box offices or through the Russpass service, and collected stamps. Collected stamps could be exchanged for gifts: Moskva tea, a branded thermos mug, and a speaker, as well as a chance to enter a drawing for a tea party with actor Miloš Biković.

The winter route successfully integrated the historic estates into the city's everyday life. Thanks to game mechanics, an educational program, and a rewards system, the mansions became popular with a wide range of residents. Participants included families with children, students, retirees, and military personnel. Some guests completed the route twice. For example, one participant collected five stamps the first time and received a cup of "Moscow" tea, and the second time, she exchanged seven stamps for a thermos.

The project's impact was also noted by staff at the participating estates. This winter, there was a noticeable increase in visitor numbers, including those previously uninterested in museum culture. Small historic estates, for example, saw a 1.2- to 2-fold increase in visitor numbers. These included the Vasilchikov Estate, the Lopukhin-Stanitskoy Estate, and the Khitrovo Family House. The A.I. Herzen House Museum showed particularly impressive results: the total number of visitors there increased approximately sixfold.

"I really love this festival. This is my fourth time attending: twice in the summer and twice in the winter. The route is excellent, a wonderful event for both children and adults. Everything is very atmospheric, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Whoever you talk to, they answer with a smile," a Moscow resident said about her experience.

Noble heritage outside the center

For the first time, the festival had a flagship venue—the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve. Throughout the winter, a retro photography studio, estate post office, shooting range, and photo zones were open there, along with a noble promenade. On weekends, master classes, tours, and street theater performances were held. The highlight of the New Year's holidays was a noble ball, where guests were taught the polonaise, mazurka, and waltz. On Maslenitsa, folk festivities and a festive concert were held here.

The program also attracted international guests: students from China, travelers from India, Australia, and Egypt, as well as foreign bloggers, visited the museum-reserve.

A family from Australia shared that they came to celebrate New Year's and accidentally stumbled upon a site where they were able to experience the spirit of Russian culture, which left a lasting impression. Guests from the Urals said it was their first visit to Kolomenskoye and they were absolutely delighted. They danced the mazurka and waltz, tried on costumes, and soaked up the festive atmosphere. A Chinese student said she was most impressed by the estate's post office—she even wrote a letter—and found the site itself incredibly beautiful.

Opera performances and quests with augmented reality

Another highlight of the Moscow Estates festival's winter season was the opera "Tea with the Countess," performed at the Petrovsky Travel Palace. Audiences had the opportunity to explore the interiors of the historic building, usually closed to the public, and to learn about Moscow tea-drinking and hospitality traditions through a theatrical journey.

This season, organizers offered residents and tourists the opportunity to explore the city's history not only at the festival venues, but also through audio guides, podcasts, audio performances narrated by theater and film actors, and online augmented reality quests through the capital's historic districts.

The festival expanded beyond the historic estates and opened temporary spaces at the central venues of the "Winter in Moscow" project. Thematic information zones appeared on Bolotnaya Square and Tverskoy Boulevard, while a festive photo studio, "Moscow Estates," opened on Manezhnaya Square. Guests could visit a retro photo studio, try on images from bygone eras, and take a memorable photo to take home. Manezhnaya Square also featured the "Silver Rose" literary salon, where actors read iconic prose and poetry from the early 20th century, and a post office at the estate.

The guests included not only Muscovites and tourists from other regions of Russia, but also foreigners—visitors from China, India, the UAE, Vietnam, Iran, Serbia, Croatia, the CIS, and other countries. Students from Beijing said they had long been interested in Russian culture and learned about the festival from Chinese social media. They were especially excited to try on costumes and take photos.

The Moscow Estates Festival first took place in 2023. Over the course of six seasons, it has included over 50 historic mansions, former noble estates, and royal residences.

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Winter in Moscow — the main event of the past season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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By the end of the school year, three thousand Moscow teachers will complete a course on working with artificial intelligence (AI). The program is designed for teachers of all specialties and will help reduce teachers' routine workload. Furthermore, teachers will learn to identify student work written using AI, the press service reported. Moscow Department of Education and Science.

"Improving teachers' AI literacy is an important and pressing task for the capital's education system. The introduction of new technologies into the educational process must be accompanied by staff training and clear rules, including those addressing safety and academic integrity. By the end of this academic year, three thousand Moscow teachers will have completed a professional development program in working with artificial intelligence," the department's press service reported.

The training will begin on March 24 and will last two months. The online course is 36 hours long and includes a series of webinars and self-paced lessons that can be completed at your convenience. Some lessons include pre-written scenarios—they're easy to use and adapt for your classroom.

The course will also allow teachers to determine their level of AI proficiency—all participants will take a knowledge and skills test at the start and upon completion of the course. Upon completion, teachers will receive certificates of advanced training.

The course requires no prior experience with neural networks—all necessary skills can be acquired during the course. The program covers several key areas of interaction with AI tools—from creating assessments and interactive lesson materials to building interactions with students. A separate section is devoted to cheating: teachers will learn to distinguish student work from AI responses and configure interactions with AI so that it helps students think, not just provide answers.

Yandex Education specialists, in collaboration with Moscow City Pedagogical University, developed a program for teachers working with artificial intelligence. This year, they plan to expand the training program through educational congresses, internships, and conferences.

"We're systematically working to make high-quality education accessible, and AI tools can relieve teachers of some routine tasks. This will give them more time to work with students and develop a personalized approach, new learning formats, and live interaction in the classroom. However, it's important to implement AI responsibly: understand where it's appropriate and where it's not. Therefore, together with specialists from the Moscow City Pedagogical University, we've developed a professional development program that equips teachers with the skills and clear guidelines for working with AI in the school environment," noted Daria Kozlova, Director of a partner company.

Neural networks to help teachers: a course on AI technologies for educators has been developed in Moscow.

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Developing professional teaching and management skills among teachers at schools and colleges in the capital contributes to the optimization of the educational process, more productive interaction between teachers and students, and is consistent with the objectives of the "Teachers and Mentors" national project. Youth and ChildrenMore information about national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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160 modern digital signs will be installed in the Moscow metro by the end of 2026. Metro navigation specialists are preparing the informational content for them. The digital signs will appear at five stations on the new Rublevo-Arkhangelskaya Line: Delovoy Tsentr, Shelepikha, Zvenigorodskaya, Narodnoye Opolchenie, and Bulvar Generala Karbysheva. This will bring the total number of digital signs to three lines, including the Big Circle Line (BCL) and Troitskaya.

"In 2024, the Mayor of Moscow opened the first digital public transport station in Russia in the metro, where technology merges with familiar passenger services. This station was Maryina Roshcha on the Big Circle Line, where digital navigation and an interactive "Live Communication" kiosk were installed. Russian engineers developed the technology for instantly uploading information to innovative signs. With this technology, passengers will immediately learn about changes in the metro or near a specific station. By 2030, we will install over 3,400 digital signs at both existing and future stations," said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

The main advantage of digital screens is that information can be updated remotely. New data is uploaded in less than a minute, eliminating the need for overnight maintenance.

These signs present navigational and additional information on a single surface. Passengers see up-to-date information about their trip to a specific location without the need for posters or other sources. The screens display metro rules, changes to its operations, and information about ground transportation route adjustments at specific stations. Thus, the information system is moving from static media to a dynamic format for interacting with passengers.

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