The city of Kraljevo is experiencing a socio-economic downturn despite being presented by the state as a success story due to the construction of the Morava Corridor. A report by the Center for Investigative Journalism reveals a growing list of citizens seeking social assistance, indicating increasing hardship. The number of vulnerable residents requiring aid is steadily rising, contradicting official narratives of progress. The report highlights a widening gap between infrastructure development and the lived realities of Kraljevo’s citizens. Experts suggest the corridor’s benefits are not reaching those most in need, exacerbating existing inequalities. This situation raises questions about the equitable distribution of economic benefits from large-scale infrastructure projects and the true impact on local communities. The investigation underscores a disconnect between state-level pronouncements and the worsening conditions faced by Kraljevo’s most vulnerable population.