To receive flood waters in the spring, the Kazvodkhoz branch in the West Kazakhstan region has released 14 reservoirs, on average, by 50%. Today, the total free capacity in the reservoirs on the company's balance sheet is 247 million cubic meters.In addition, about 500 million cubic meters of water are planned to be sent to estuaries, lakes and reservoirs during the flood season."As of today, all reservoirs have been switched to winter mode. That is, we are preparing free containers for receiving flood waters. For example: we discharged 70% of the water from the Sholakankata reservoir, 60% from the Chagan reservoir, 65% from the Sulusai reservoir, and 50% from the Embulatov reservoir. The discharge of water from reservoirs for the safe passage of floods continues," said Rauan Khusainov, Director of the Kazvodkhoz branch in the West Kazakhstan region.Also, to prepare for the flood period, the West Kazakhstan branch carries out work on the procurement of inert and fuel and lubricants. Mechanized cleaning of 73.6 km-long canals was carried out, damage was repaired at 6 facilities and routine repairs were carried out at 13 hydraulic structures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/907679

17 billion cubic meters of water have been sent to the Caspian Sea. There are 15.4 billion cubic meters of water in Lake Balkhash and 2.5 billion cubic meters of water in the Northern Aral Sea.For the first time in 10 years, the Kapchagai reservoir has filled to 100%, collecting more than 18 billion cubic meters of water.Since the beginning of the year, more than 4.7 billion cubic meters of water have been sent to the lake systems of the Kyzylorda region. 80 million cubic meters of water were sent to the Kamysh-Samara lakes of the West Kazakhstan region.For the first time, 839 million cubic meters of water were sent from the Ulytau region to the lake systems of the Kyzylorda region through the Sarys River.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/907681

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In 2025, Internet availability in the region will reach a new level.: •17 towers will be installed on republican roads, providing mobile communications on 340 kilometers of trails.•27 villages will be connected to the Internet, increasing the overall accessibility level to 98.8%.•By the end of this year, mobile Internet will be available in 20 villages, which will increase the coverage level to 96.3%.•46 rural schools are already connected to the Internet via Starlink, which opens up new educational opportunities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907356

In 2024, government support was provided to various categories of the population within the framework of social programs.• Government grants:566 people received grants totaling 832.8 million tenge. The funds were allocated to:• purchase of technological equipment,• development of animal husbandry and poultry farming,• purchase of seedlings,• rental of premises.Among the grant recipients were large families, people with disabilities, parents raising children with disabilities, and low-income families.• Targeted social assistance:3,006 families (a total of 15,765 people) received targeted social assistance. 1.4 billion tenge was allocated for these purposes.The majority of beneficiaries are children under the age of 18 (67.1%).• Employment opportunities:231 projects have been implemented as part of employment programs, thanks to which 5,159 people have found work.Government support remains an important tool for improving the quality of life of citizens and ensuring the sustainable development of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907389

As part of the national program "Taza Kazakhstan", an action was held in Aktobe to clear snow from the yards and adjacent territories of labor veterans. The event was organized in order to support regional labor veterans, promote the idea of mutual assistance, as well as actively involve youth representatives in solving social tasks set out in the national program "Taza Kazakhstan".Prominent representatives of youth organizations of the region, eco-activists and volunteers were invited to the event.One of these representatives was the head of the volunteer group, Zhanerke Amankyzy Mirashova. She called on young people to provide all possible assistance to veterans of labor and contribute to the formation of a new ecological identity of Kazakhstanis."The main purpose of the event is to actively involve young Aktobe residents in solving significant social problems, with an emphasis on respect for the older generation as one of the key principles of our national values.The aim of the campaign is not only to improve the environmental situation, but also to foster a culture of social responsibility among young people and active participation in socially significant initiatives. This event will be a vivid example of combining the efforts of society to create a more comfortable and harmonious social environment," Zhanerke Amankyzy emphasized.Ali Tukashev, Chairman of the Committee on Youth Affairs of the Kazakh-Russian International University, also shared his opinion on the implementation of the national program "Taza Kazakhstan" in Aktobe region. He noted:"This year alone, more than 100,000 yards were cleared, more than 290 parks and squares were landscaped, about 260 historical and cultural monuments were restored, and more than 350,000 seedlings were planted in the region as part of the national environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan".Thanks to the efforts of all concerned residents of our region, we are witnessing large-scale transformations. Together we can make our region prosperous!"At the end of the action, the labor veterans thanked the youth for their caring and active participation, noting the importance of mutual assistance and support for the older generation. They wished the young Aktobe residents success in their future endeavors and continued noble deeds. The participants of the action, in turn, expressed confidence that such events should become traditional, and in the future even more caring people will join them.They stressed that participation in such actions not only contributes to improving the environmental situation in the region, but also strengthens the spirit of community and solidarity, which are important for the well-being of society. Activists and volunteers are confident that their efforts will inspire other generations to actively participate in social initiatives and care for the welfare of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907397

Physical culture and sports are actively developing in the region. According to statistics, 43% of the region's population is systematically involved in sports. During the year, more than 3,000 mass sporting events were held, attracting more than 200,000 participants.The total number of sports facilities in the region has reached 1,704. In 2024, 13 sports complexes, 16 sports grounds, 1 swimming pool and 30 gyms were put into operation.Special attention is paid to the development of children's sports. There are 37 children's and youth sports schools in the region, of which 5 have been opened this year. This ensures access to sports for children and youth in the region.Athletes of the region perform well on international and national arenas. In 2024, representatives of the region won 211 medals at international tournaments, world championships, Asian and Kazakh Cups. Among the achievements are 107 gold, 49 silver and 55 bronze medals.Non-Olympic sports, national sports, and sports for people with disabilities are actively supported. The regional budget continues to finance programs to expand sports opportunities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907628

During the meeting, Akim of the region Askhat Shakharov and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov discussed issues of socio-economic development of the region, the implementation of investment projects and plans to strengthen international cooperation.The Governor of the region spoke about the prospects for the development of the region, focusing on the work done to attract foreign investors. In turn, Alibek Kuantyrov noted the priorities of Kazakhstan's foreign policy and initiatives aimed at strengthening economic cooperation.At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed their intention to continue mutual cooperation and work together to increase the region's competitiveness in the international arena.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907708

During a staff meeting chaired by Akim of Aktobe region Askhat Shakharov, the issue of winter maintenance of roads was considered.Aibol Danagul, director of the Aktobe regional branch of JSC NC KazAvtoZhol, said that the length of highways of national importance is 1,869 km, of which 117 km are undergoing reconstruction. Blue Midas Stroy and Assana-DorStroy LLP are responsible for winter maintenance of the Aktobe-Astrakhan and Samara-Shymkent roads. A total of 31 units of special equipment from these companies have been involved in clearing snow from these roads. They also harvested 1,700 tons of sand and 300 tons of deicing materials. In addition, 115 units of leased equipment have been involved in the harvesting operations and tender procedures are underway to lease 34 more special vehicles.There are 15 heating points along the roads, equipped with 51 beds.There are 246 kilometers of snow-covered sections on roads of national importance in the region. Reinforced concrete fences with a length of 86 kilometers have been installed on these sites. Temporary wooden shields will be placed on the remaining sections and snow removal works will be carried out."Given the high traffic intensity on the Aktobe-Khromtau-Karabutak section, 34 km of bypass roads are being prepared in the villages of Khromtau and Karabutak to prevent traffic jams in winter. A 23-km-long bypass road with three exits to the highway is provided on the 844-863 km section of the Samara-Shymkent highway. A bypass road has been built in the Aitekebi district on sections 963-966 km and 983-985 km of the highway with a total length of 11 km with four exits," Aibol Danagul said.In turn, the head of the Department of Passenger Transport and Highways, Aybek Kayer, reported on the winter maintenance of local roads. 43 contractors are responsible for this work.The length of local highways in the region is 4.4 thousand km, they are divided into 174 sections. Of these, 13 sites are of regional significance, and 161 are of regional significance.401 vehicles are involved in the cleaning of these roads, 5.4 thousand tons of inert materials and 2.8 thousand tons of diesel fuel have been harvested.According to the head, road cleaning and sprinkling with sand-salt mixture is carried out regularly. This issue is under constant control of contractors responsible for the maintenance of regional roads.After listening to the speakers, the governor of the region instructed to increase the number of snow removal equipment to ensure timely operation on roads, especially in areas with high traffic intensity, to monitor the condition of areas prone to snow drifts and ice, to strengthen cooperation between contractors, road services and local authorities to promptly solve emerging problems.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/907825

Vice Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan Batyrbek Abdyshev made a working trip to Kazselezashchita State Institution in Almaty and the Almaty region to discuss issues of preventing mudflow and avalanche hazards. During the visit, a delegation of the Chinese company Beidou, specializing in technologies for monitoring natural disasters, also arrived in Kazakhstan. The meeting was organized within the framework of a trilateral memorandum of mutual cooperation signed earlier between the agency, the Chinese company Beidou and its Kazakh representatives. The agreement was concluded after a delegation from the Ministry of Emergency Situations visited the company's headquarters in Changsha, China. During the working visit, Batyrbek Abdyshev and representatives of the Beidou company conducted an aerial visual survey of the river basin in the central part of the Ile Alatau range. An inspection of the existing mudslide and avalanche protection structures was also carried out. The purpose of the visit was to study and monitor protective facilities using innovative technologies and sensors for real monitoring of natural hazards. Within the framework of the meeting, a working meeting was held with the participation of specialists from a Chinese company, where global practices and the introduction of innovative technologies for automating the natural disaster monitoring system were discussed. Representatives of the Chinese company Beidou demonstrated the latest achievements in the field of technologies for monitoring natural disasters, including sensors for predicting natural disasters. These technologies are designed to quickly respond to threats and ensure the safety of the public. "We highly appreciate the opportunities that new technologies offer for monitoring and protecting against mudflow and avalanche hazards, especially in such difficult mountainous areas as the Ile Alatau. Together with our Chinese partners, we were able to explore best practices and solutions that will help improve the effectiveness of the threat prevention and response system, ensuring the safety of our citizens. The introduction of these technologies will significantly improve protection against natural disasters in Kazakhstan and increase the level of emergency preparedness," Batyrbek Abdyshev emphasized. This cooperation will contribute to the introduction of modern technologies for more effective monitoring of natural disasters and improving public safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/907770

Sanzhar Adilov, an employee of the Emergency Department of the Karaganda region, confirmed his high status as a champion by winning a bright victory in the main battle of the Alash Pride tournament in Shymkent. In the second round, Sanjar ended the fight with a landslide technical knockout victory, defending his championship belt and consolidating his status as one of the best fighters in the league. Sanjar Adilov's successes serve as an example of fortitude, discipline and striving for excellence. His victory not only highlights the high level of sportsmanship, but also helps to strengthen the prestige of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan. "I am sincerely grateful to the leadership of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for their trust, support and understanding. Thanks to the created conditions, I can combine service and sports activities, achieving high results. Your faith in me inspires me to new victories, both in the service and in the ring," Sanjar said. He stressed that the Ministry's support is an important incentive for all employees involved in sports and plays a key role in promoting a healthy lifestyle among rescuers. In addition, the staff of the Ministry of Emergency Situations performed at the last mixed martial arts tournament "NAIZA 70" in the city of Semey, Abai region, demonstrating decent results. In his debut fight, the rescuer of the emergency department of the Abai region, Azamat Kalabayev, won an early victory in the third round. The driver of the emergency department of East Kazakhstan region, Erzat Sakabanov, despite a stubborn struggle, lost to his opponent by decision of the judges and showed a real fighting spirit. The technician of the PCH-12 Emergency department of Almaty, Serikuly Timur, demonstrated a confident performance and won by unanimous decision of the judges, approaching the fight for the championship belt. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/907819

By order of the akim of the region, Polymbet Khasanov, who previously held the position of head of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry, was appointed head of the Department of Employment and social programs, the press service of the akim of the region reports.Polymbet Khasanov was born in 1980 in the Inder district. He graduated from the Modern University of the Humanities with a degree in law. He holds a Master's degree in Economics and Business Analytics from Atyrau University named after H. Dosmukhamedov.The labor path:In 2002-2005 he worked in the system of the regional Department of Internal Affairs;2005-2006 - Chief Specialist of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry;2006-2010 - Chief Specialist, Chief Inspector of the regional Akim's office;2010-2014 - Chief of Staff, Deputy Akim of the Makati district;2014 - Deputy Head of the Regional Department for the Coordination of Employment and Social Programs;2014-2019 - Head of the Office of the Akim of Atyrau, Deputy Akim of Atyrau2019-2021 - Deputy Chief of Staff of the Akim of the region;2021-2023 - Akim of the Isatai district;From 2023 until his current appointment, he held the position of Head of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/907790

The Ministry of Emergency Situations continues to actively prepare the country's regions for the flood season of 2025. As part of comprehensive measures, a variety of flood control measures are being implemented to protect the population and infrastructure from threats associated with spring river flooding. In order to prevent possible consequences of floods, local executive authorities, together with Emergency Departments, are carrying out work on the construction and strengthening of protective dams and ramparts, the creation of drainage channels and ditches, as well as the construction of new storm systems and culverts. All these measures are aimed at creating reliable flood protection infrastructure.Atyrau region: a set of measures to reduce flood risks In Atyrau region, emergency situations, together with local authorities, are carrying out a set of measures aimed at reducing the risk of emergencies during the spring flood. "Based on the experience of the current spring flood, we have identified the areas most susceptible to flooding. Protective dams and ramparts are being built, protective structures are being repaired, as well as works on shore reinforcement and dredging of rivers. Construction of new access pipes on highways and reconstruction of the automobile bridge is underway. Supplies of fuel, lubricants and inert materials, as well as bags, have already been prepared locally. We have also identified temporary accommodation facilities for the victims," said Nurlan Zhanabayev, head of the Atyrau region Emergency Department.Kyzylorda region: strengthening dams and monitoring the situation In the Kyzylorda region, special attention is paid to the safety of floodwater passage through the Syrdarya River. The readiness of civil protection services and formations for possible emergencies has been checked in the region. The water level in the river is constantly monitored. Work is underway to strengthen the dam on the riverbank in the city of Kyzylorda. Currently, work has been carried out on the reconstruction of the dam along Tauelsizdik Avenue, on an area of 1080 meters. 388 gabion grids have been installed, and the project will be completed in 2025.Turkestan region: improvement of reservoirs and protective structures In the Turkestan region, in order to minimize the threat of flooding in the upcoming flood period, a set of preventive measures is being carried out in accordance with the engineering work plan. Major repairs of the Kapshagai reservoirs in Baydibek district and Karaspan in Ordabasi district, as well as the Yrmak-Uzen and Maidantal reservoirs in Sauran district have already been completed. The stability of these facilities contributes to the safe regulation of flood waters. Flood control works were also successfully carried out in Tulkubassky, Tolebiysky, Saryagashsky, Sayramsky, Kelessky and Ordabasinsky districts. All work on preparing the regions for the flood period of 2025 is under special control. The Ministry of Emergency Situations, together with other interested government agencies, will continue to implement preventive measures aimed at reducing flood risks and ensure that all services are ready for possible emergencies. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/903329

The Disaster Medicine Center of Kazakhstan continues to fulfill its key mission to save lives in emergency situations. In 2024, the Center's specialists provided emergency assistance to more than 2,600 victims of natural disasters, man-made accidents and road accidents. Since the beginning of the year, the Center's branches have conducted more than 6,700 field visits. Among the injured, who were rescued, more than 2,500 people, of whom 339 were hospitalized. The high level of efficiency and professionalism of the staff has become the basis for the successful work of the Center. Transport medicine has been developing since 2011 within the framework of the State program "Salamatty Kazakhstan". An important stage was the creation of highway medical and rescue centers (MSPs), which have been providing emergency care on emergency-prone road sections since 2012. Today, there are 40 such points in the republic. This year, MSME medical and rescue teams made 1,758 visits, providing assistance to 2,526 victims and hospitalizing 1,400 people. In addition, 60 people were rescued on the highways in difficult weather conditions. To improve the efficiency of medical and rescue centers, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan continues to update the infrastructure. In 2024, large-scale repairs were carried out at six locations, where the internal and external parts of buildings were updated, outdated systems and equipment were replaced. All these measures create comfortable and safe conditions for both medical workers and victims who receive assistance. The work of the Disaster Medicine Center and its specialists is not just about saving lives. This is a daily overcoming of difficulties, a struggle with time and circumstances, where every departure is a chance to give people a second life. More than 3,000 lives have been saved by CMC employees this year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/907441

Today, the Strategic Planning and Operational Management Command Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations hosted a press conference on "Fire safety during New Year's events. Emergency rescue operations". The event was attended by Chief specialist of the Fire Service Committee Eldos Ziyada, Chief Specialist of the Emergency Response Department Baurzhan Akhmetalin, Senior officer of the Committee on Civil Defense and Military Units Kuanysh Temirbekov. According to Yeldos Ziyada, on the initiative of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, together with the Ministry of Internal Affairs, akimats and representatives of the public, an operational and preventive event "Pyrotechnics" was launched in Kazakhstan on December 14, 2024, aimed at ensuring safety when using pyrotechnic products during the New Year holidays. During the first days of the campaign, law enforcement officers and rescuers conducted more than 1,000 joint raids on places where pyrotechnic products were stored and sold. To increase the safety of citizens, over 4,000 preventive measures were carried out at the venues of festive events, including places for fireworks. As part of the safety training, 1,256 evacuation training sessions were organized with the participation of employees of organizations, teachers, students and children. According to Baurzhan Akhmetalin, since the beginning of the winter period, rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations have already provided assistance to 793 people, 80 of them children, and evacuated them from snow drifts. 125 pieces of equipment were also rescued. The evacuees were accommodated in heating points, which are provided with hot dishes and warm clothes. Over the past two days, 140 people have been rescued and evacuated from snowdrifts, including 7 children, and 10 pieces of equipment have been rescued. In order to help the victims, 1,548 heating points have been prepared during the winter period. In addition, 40 highway medical and rescue points are used to heat citizens. In turn, senior officer Kauanysh Temirbek informed that the Ministry of Emergency Situations summed up the interim results of the Republican propaganda and preventive campaign "Muz-2024", which began a month ago. As part of the campaign, rescuers in mobile groups carried out 7,268 raids and patrols in the country's reservoirs. During the raids, the Rules of safe stay on ice and ice fishing are explained, a total of 52,284 people have been instructed. More than half of them are fishing enthusiasts and hunters. For greater coverage of the population in the maximum risk zone, 760 retail outlets of fishing gear and other hunting accessories have been covered, and campaign materials have been distributed in each store. It is worth noting that such cases are caused by people themselves as a result of violations of basic safety rules. Violators are brought to administrative responsibility. During the campaign period alone, 156 protocols were drawn up, and fines totaling more than 4 million tenge were imposed. The Ministry of Emergency Situations warns about strict observance of safety measures when using pyrotechnic products. Pyrotechnics can be launched at a distance of 50 meters from buildings and parking lots. Their independent use by minors is prohibited. It is strictly forbidden to use fireworks indoors. It is also dangerous to launch fireworks from your hands, balconies and loggias. At the same time, we draw attention to the fact that pyrotechnic products must be purchased in specialized pavilions, making sure that the appropriate certificate is available. First of all, you need to check the integrity of the packaging and the expiration date. It is also important to remember that pyrotechnic devices can be dangerous if used improperly, especially near residential buildings and in open spaces.The Ministry of Emergency Situations urges organizers of New Year's events and citizens to comply with the requirements of fire safety regulations during New Year's events. Before holding a holiday, it is imperative to check the condition of the premises, to what extent they comply with all fire safety rules. When decorating Christmas trees in houses and apartments, it is necessary to comply with fire safety requirements.: The Ministry of Emergency Situations also reminds that in winter it is necessary to strictly observe safety rules, monitor storm warnings and stay at home in case of worsening weather. In case of an emergency, it is necessary to call the single rescue service number 112. It is also strongly recommended not to go out on the ice at night and with poor visibility, and never leave children unattended on the ice.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/907649

Sadraddin, a singer widely known among young people (Sadraddin Bolat) During the concert in Astana, he addressed the residents of the capital from the stage, the official website of the city akimat reports."Thank you for the warm welcome, Astana! The capital makes us happy every time we visit. It's a very clean city. Although the capital is cold, it is the warmest city for us!" said singer Sadraddin.The repertoire of the musician, who has been on stage since the age of 18 and is very popular, is distinguished by lyrical songs. He is also the author of the songs. Several of his tracks became hits and were widely distributed among young people. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/907146

A new winter public space has appeared in the Nura district of the capital. Its grand opening was held the day before, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.The new recreation area for the whole family is located in the area of the residential complex "Green Quarter". An ice rink, snow slides and other winter activities are waiting for Astana residents in the public space."BI Group and the Akimat of the Nura district have officially opened Bucharest Park, the very first winter town located in this area. There is an ice rink, a slide, and a stunning seven-meter Christmas tree. The park itself is decorated with New Year's decor. We invite all residents and guests of the capital to visit the public space," said Bauyrzhan Salykov, BI Group representative and project manager.The organizers paid special attention to creating a festive atmosphere: visitors were warmly welcomed by fairy–tale characters - the Grinch, Green Santa, Snow Maiden, elves and bunnies. A rich entertainment program was prepared for the young guests. The artists performed dance and theatrical performances."As residents of the Nura district, we are very pleased that a new public space with a skating rink, slide and a festive tree has appeared. Winter activities are especially pleasing to our children. I think we'll spend more time outdoors now. Many thanks to the akimat of the district for landscaping the area near our houses. Now we don't have to go anywhere far away - in just five minutes from home we can walk to a new public space and have fun with the whole family," Aydana, a resident of the district, shared her impressions.During the holidays, Astana residents will be able to gather here with family and friends to enjoy the cozy atmosphere and have fun.It should be noted that 170 courtyards and public spaces have been landscaped in Astana this year. The works covered all areas of the city.Also, on December 18, a solemn ceremony of lighting over 30 festive Christmas trees was held in the capital. More than 15,000 people took part in the event. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/907168

The ski season has officially opened in the Central Park of Astana. In this regard, ski racing competitions were held, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Cross-country skiing was held at distances of 500 meters and 2.5 km in several age categories."This winter is perfect for skiing. The reason why we planned the opening of the ski season at this time is related to the weather. Again, the thickness of the snow makes it possible to make the ski run at a high level. Skiing is one of the most popular winter sports. There are a lot of people involved in skiing in the capital. Today, everyone from young to old is taking part in the opening of the ski season. Our oldest participant is 83 years old. In addition to ski competitions, belt wrestling, arm wrestling, tug of war, and kettlebell lifting competitions were organized at the opening of the ski season," said Kolbai Zhanbek, Head of the Planning Department for Mass Sports Events at the Astana City Akimat's Directorate of Mass Sports Events.In the last ski competition, participants competed in 7 age categories."The abundance of people during the ski season makes a good impression. I practice swimming myself. And in winter, I focus on skiing. Thanks to the fact that I have been practicing for a year, I have increased my endurance. I am sure that my success in sports will contribute to my life," said 9-year-old Kenshilik Akhmat, one of the youngest participants of the ski season.At the end of the sporting event, the winners were awarded with diplomas, medals and valuable prizes. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/907228

It has been snowing heavily in Astana for several days in a row. Municipal services of the city continue uninterrupted round-the-clock work, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.On December 23, more than 1,600 units of special equipment and more than 2.6 thousand utility workers went on the day shift to clean up the snow.During the night shift from December 22 to December 23, 366 road workers and 1,509 units of special equipment were involved in snow removal work.During the night, about 4,000 flights of heavy trucks or 54,390 cubic meters of snow were taken out of Astana.In total, since the beginning of the winter period, more than 1.38 million cubic meters of snow have been transported by 108,993 flights from the city to landfills.According to the rules, first of all, areas with very heavy traffic are cleared in the city so that there is no congestion on the roads. Areas with moderate intensity are also being cleared of snow — squares, station areas, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, etc.Cleaning on central streets, passenger transport routes, bus stops and sidewalks is a priority.There are several equipped snow training grounds in the capital. They are equipped with a system for reading the license plates of dump trucks, video surveillance cameras are installed here, and lighting is connected.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, observe safety regulations, and refrain from long-distance travel in case of a storm warning.In case of an emergency, please call 112. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/907171

Employees of the prosecutor's office of the Baikonur district of the capital, together with the district akimat and the labor inspection department, visited local organizations and enterprises to explain labor rights to employees, the official website of the metropolitan akimat reports. "The collectives of Astana Tazalyk LLP, Stroykonstruction JSC, 12 ai-Astana LLP During the meeting explained to the employees the procedure for holding peaceful assemblies and rallies, the need to resolve labor disputes through negotiations on a legal basis, and the need to ensure labor safety. It was emphasized that appropriate measures would be taken. br> Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/907520