chust

Chust is a town in Andijan Region, Uzbekistan. It is the administrative center of Chust District. The town lies in eastern Uzbekistan, within the Fergana Valley, an area noted for its fertile soil and agricultural activity.

Economy and demographics: Chust's economy centers on agriculture, with cultivation of crops common to the valley and related processing activities. The population is predominantly Uzbek, with minorities representing other ethnic groups in the region. The town supports a network of local services, including schools, healthcare facilities, and markets that serve the surrounding rural communities.

Transport and administration: As the district center, Chust houses district government offices and serves as a local transport node connecting nearby villages to the wider Andijan Region via regional roads. The town has historical ties with the broader Fergana Valley's development as a hub of agriculture and regional trade in Central Asia.