Traffic on Naberezhno‑Rybalska and Kyrylivska in Podil to be restricted on February 25; repairs will last one day
On February 25, road crews will be working in Kyiv’s Podilskyi district from 8:00 to 17:00. Short delays are the price for safer streets and reduced vehicle repair costs. We explain what will change and how to prepare.
By Tetiana Suchkova-Ladik
February 24, 2026 · 1 min read
What happened
The municipal corporation Kyivavtodor reported that on February 25 there will be traffic restrictions in the Podil District on Naberezhno‑Rybalska and Kyrylivska streets. UNN reports. Repair crews will work during daylight hours — from 8:00 to 17:00 — renewing the road surface on high‑traffic sections.
How the crews will operate
Road workers will apply phased restrictions: they will close one lane in each direction to minimize congestion. The works include milling out weak sections and laying a new layer of asphalt, which usually restores a smooth carriageway and reduces the risk of vehicle damage.
“We ask drivers to plan routes in advance and allow for short delays. We are working so as to keep passage as accessible as possible,”
— a representative of the Road Maintenance Department of the Podil District
Who this affects
The restrictions will affect private and public transport in the district — services may run slower and there may be local queues at stops. But the short‑term inconveniences are compensated by: fewer potholes — less vehicle damage and increased safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Practical advice
1) Set off 10–20 minutes earlier if you plan to travel through Podil. 2) Check alternative routes on your navigator or consider public transport. 3) If your car is nonetheless damaged, contact the Kyivavtodor service or directly the Podil District Road Maintenance Department — services record complaints and respond to cases of damage.
Conclusion
This is an example of operational work that often goes unnoticed but has a direct effect on everyday safety and Kyiv residents' expenses. Are we ready to give up one working day to gain better infrastructure in the future?
