President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev laid the foundation stone for the village of Shotlanli in the Aghdam district.

The head of state was briefed on the project.

The planned area for this village, encompassing the territories of Shotlanli and Umudlu villages, will cover 197.4 hectares. The plan includes relocating 3,000 people, with 750 houses being constructed for this purpose. The first phase will cover more than 51 hectares and will accommodate 205 families. Of the 205 houses to be built, 41 will be two-room, 103 will be three-room, 51 will be four-room, and 10 will be five-room.

The village will feature various facilities, including a 540-seat school, a 90-seat kindergarten, a medical facility, a community club, a library, a guest house, a trade center, a bazaar, a sports and health center, an administrative building, a village square, a Flag Square, and a park.