Today marks the official commencement of construction on Vojislavljević Boulevard, a crucial infrastructure initiative for Podgorica and Montenegro. This project has been a significant traffic bottleneck in the capital for nearly a decade.

The ceremony was graced by Prime Minister Milojko Spajić, Mayor of Podgorica Saša Mujović, Deputy Prime Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Milun Zogović, and Director of the Transport Administration Radomir Vuksanović.

Prime Minister Milojko Spajić highlighted that both the Government of Montenegro and the Capital City possess the vision, resolve, and ability to carry out extensive infrastructure projects. He recalled the skepticism surrounding the project’s realization when the tender for Vojislavljević Boulevard was announced last year.

By initiating these works today, we demonstrate our commitment to the promises made to the citizens. We will soon launch the tender for the long-awaited reconstruction of the bridge leading to the Cetinje road, which will also be carried out in collaboration with the Capital City, Spajić remarked.

He added that alongside the development of Vojislavljević Boulevard, the Western Bypass and motorway sections will significantly enhance Montenegro’s internal transport connectivity.

Mayor Saša Mujović expressed his enthusiasm regarding the commencing work on this major urban infrastructure project.

Today, we embark on one of the most vital urban infrastructure projects— a roadway that will significantly enhance traffic flow in Podgorica and improve connectivity between city neighborhoods. Discussions around this project began in 2016, and today we are finally transitioning from plans to action. Over the past four months, the new city administration has diligently worked to address inherited challenges, particularly unresolved property-legal issues. All the hard work has been worth it to reach this day, said Mujović. He noted that full construction activities are set to begin in early June after preparatory works, with the expectation of completing the entire boulevard within 18 months.

This serves as a perfect illustration—an exceptional example of the strong collaboration and support the city administration receives from the Government of Montenegro. I am confident that this partnership will yield significant results, Mujović concluded.

Director of the Transport Administration Radomir Vuksanović mentioned that the works will encompass a 3.2 km stretch, featuring four traffic lanes, sidewalks on both sides, bicycle paths, and associated infrastructure.

The project is valued at €14.5 million (inclusive of VAT), with 65% funded by the Government of Montenegro and the remaining portion covered by the Capital City. Construction will be executed in three phases to lessen traffic disruption. The first phase will stretch from the roundabout near Vodovod to the former “19. Decembar” factory, with subsequent sections of the boulevard gradually closed as work progresses, Vuksanović added.

Deputy Prime Minister Milun Zogović remarked that the project will incorporate six intersections and three roundabouts, with the contractor being Crnagoraput.

Once the bypass, the extension of the Smokovac–Tološi motorway section, and the construction of the Western Bypass are completed, the city center of Podgorica will witness substantial relief—not only from traffic congestion but also from its adverse effects. I believe this project is just one of many successful initiatives being executed by the 44th Government, and we will continue to strive across all regions to provide Montenegro with transport infrastructure befitting a modern, tourism-oriented nation, Zogović concluded.