The Samara Region’s Ministry of Construction has begun an official inquiry. Officials confirmed that investigative activities took place at the Regional Ministry of Construction as part of the ongoing review process.
The regional government signaled its commitment to a thorough and objective examination of recent events, underscoring its willingness to assist law enforcement and supervisory authorities. The actions are described as a continuation of procedural steps that had already been initiated in connection with the matter.
On 14 November, authorities announced the arrest of a former regional administrator, Viktor Kudryashov, and the acting construction minister of the region, Mikhail Aseev. The developments have prompted questions about governance and oversight within the regional administration and the construction sector.
Two FSB officers were reported to have been observed in Samara around mid-October near a pier, a detail that has drawn local attention amid broader inquiries into regional operations and security protocols.
Earlier, a separate case involved a Thai official who was convicted after using company resources for personal purposes. The sentence reached a lengthy term, highlighting concerns about the proper use of public and corporate assets in regional and international contexts.