The Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works (MRDPW) functions as a key state body responsible for the comprehensive development of territorial units and infrastructure in Bulgaria. The institution provides a large-scale electronic portal that combines various administrative, informational, and strategic components.
The ministry's leadership includes Minister Ivan Ivanov and three deputy ministers: Veselina Terziyska, Yura Vitanova, and Dora Yankova. The organizational structure encompasses multiple expert and advisory councils that ensure effective management of sectoral policies.
Among the main areas of activity are regional development, territorial cooperation, energy efficiency, and infrastructure projects. The ministry administers several programs, including the "Regions Development" program for the period 2021-2027 and the Operational Program "Regions in Growth".
The digital platform provides access to various sections, including:
• Territorial Cooperation Programs
• Municipal Infrastructure Projects
• Regional Profiles and Strategic Documents
• Energy Efficiency
• Housing Policy
• Normative Acts and Registers
Among the priority initiatives are projects related to digital transformation, sustainable energy renovation, green mobility, and the construction of treatment plants. The ministry is actively working on the National Recovery and Resilience Plan.
The portal offers a multilingual version, accessibility for people with disabilities, and modern communication solutions that facilitate interaction between the administration and citizens.
The main functional areas cover strategic planning, regional development, territorial planning, energy efficiency, and support for local self-government.
The ministry maintains multiple registers, including the National Register of Settlements, classifiers of administrative-territorial units, and specialized databases for spatial planning.
Through its activities, MRDPW provides a comprehensive approach to regional development, integrating European standards, innovative solutions, and sustainable management principles.