Thanksgiving Day, March 1, is a day to express gratitude to those who, through their labor, efforts, and initiatives, contribute to strengthening the unity, integrity, and interethnic harmony of the country's people. A regional forum "Humanity is a noble quality" dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan was held in the House of Friendship of Karaganda. The main event of the meeting was the unveiling of the memorial plaque "30 years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan".The Chairman of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan in the region - Akim of Karaganda region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev read out the congratulations of the Head of State on the Day of Thanksgiving gave. He also congratulated the participants on his own behalf.– We were one of the first to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. Over the years of its establishment, the Assembly has become an important link in our society. This has been a path full of mutual respect, cooperation and support, – said the regional akim, noting the multinationality of the region, where representatives of more than 100 nationalities live. – I would like to thank all the participants in the hall for their efforts to strengthen peace and harmony.Yermaganbet Bolekpayev presented letters of gratitude to the veterans and activists of the Assembly. Among the awardees is Gyulaga Vekil-oglu Rzayev, Chairman of the Azerbaijani National Cultural Center "Namus". He recalled the tragic period in the history of the Azerbaijani people - the deportation of 1928 - and expressed gratitude to the Kazakh people.– No matter how many years pass, the Azerbaijani people will remember this, - noted Gulaga Vekil-oglu. - We live in peace, regardless of nationality and religion. This is our most important value and a great happiness for Kazakhstan.Within the framework of the forum, Liliya Kim, the chairman of the Karaganda region's ethnic and cultural association of Koreans, a member of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, launched the "Caravan of Charity" charity campaign. Representatives of the region's ethnic and cultural associations joined her. As part of the campaign, assistance was provided to Mukhametali Isayin, a student of the Karaganda Technical and Construction College.“Not everyone is given the opportunity to become a member of the Assembly. We have our own special spirit,” Liliya Kim noted. “When we are together, we are capable of much. We have proven this many times. Therefore, I always say, do not get tired of doing good.” I would like to say this especially to the younger generation.The chairwoman of the Balkhash Mothers' Council, Almira Musina, expressed her full support for the campaign and announced that after the forum, the council representatives would visit the city's maternity hospitals to congratulate the children born on March 1.Many warm words were said at the forum to representatives of various professions and industries, and special thanks were expressed to the Kazakh people for their hospitality and support during difficult periods of history.The chairman of the "Breath of Life" association of transplant patients, Zhanibek Uspanov, expressed gratitude to the donors for their invaluable contribution to saving lives. Asylbek Rakhymbekov, an employee of the Nura district car park, expressed his gratitude to his mentors.The ethnocultural associations of the region have prepared the exhibition "Saryarka flourishing in unity" dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. According to Ermaganbet Bolekpayev, he will visit all the cities and districts of the Karaganda region.At the end of the forum, the participants laid wreaths at the Independence Stele.The celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan continues: more than 100 events dedicated to the Day of Thanksgiving are planned in the Karaganda region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/948894

The forum "30 Years of Unity and Accord" dedicated to the Day of Thanksgiving and the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan was held in Kokshetau.The event began with the unveiling of a memorial plaque dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. The opening ceremony was attended by the Governor of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov, Assembly veterans and representatives of the older generation.The regional governor read a congratulatory letter from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the participants.Speaking to the gathered audience, Marat Akhmetzhanov noted that Kazakhstan is a bright example of peace and accord. He also noted that the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan is a unique institution that contributes to strengthening the unity of the country, friendship and stability, and expressed gratitude to the members of the Assembly and citizens who make an invaluable contribution to the development of a multinational society."Ethnocultural associations in the Akmola region have also made a great contribution to strengthening the unity of the country, strengthening friendship and cooperation between nations," M. Akhmetzhanov.During the event, active members of ethnocultural associations and public organizations were awarded. Among them are veterans of the Akmola regional Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan Amangeldy Syzdykov and Zhamul Muskhanov. "The Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan is a unique platform where representatives of different nationalities live in harmony. Unity and harmony are the basis of the stability and prosperity of our country. We must preserve these values ​​and pass them on to future generations," he noted.The forum ended with a concert program with the participation of creative collectives of the region.It should be noted that the Akmola regional Assembly includes more than 40 ethnocultural associations, 104 councils of mothers, and 21 councils of elders. In addition, a scientific and expert group, a mediation office, a journalists' club, a union of masters of decorative and applied arts, a regional representative office of the republican public association "Assembly Youth", a center for the promotion and development of the state language, and an association of entrepreneurs work systematically in the region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/948901

Specialists of the State Expertise RSE "Gosekspertama" will participate in the international sports competition among experts in the construction industry and defend the honor of Kazakhstan.A selection tournament was held in Astana among employees of the State Expertise RSE "Gosekspertama". 4 teams consisting of 36 employees from 6 branches and the central office participated in it. They included experts, branch and board directors, administrative and production service specialists.For two days, athletes identified the best in chess, table tennis, volleyball and futsal.At the opening of the tournament, General Director Timur Karagoyshin wished the participants good luck and called on them to make every effort in each sport. After all, he noted that only the strongest athletes will be included in the team representing Kazakhstan and defend the honor of the country at the international sports competition.The Nomad, Sunkar, Barys and DreamTeam teams competed in the qualifying tournament. DreamTeam won in chess, and members of the Nomad team in table tennis, while the Sunkar team won in volleyball. The Nomad team, which had no opponents in futsal, took 1st place in the overall team standings. Barys took 2nd place, and DreamTeam and Sunkar shared 3rd place. It should be noted that only the best athletes in each sport will be selected for the Kazakhstan national team, regardless of the team.The II International Spartakiad of Construction Industry Experts is planned to be held in the Russian Federation. Teams from the EAEU member states will participate in it.“Our colleagues have traditionally continued the relay race, and the Russian Federation has adopted it. The main initiator of the Spartakiad is Kazakhstan, namely the “Gosekretama” institution. The first interstate tournament was organized in 2023 in the Turkestan region. In general, this event is held with the aim of promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle among experts,” said Salamat Serikkaliev, Deputy Director General of the State Expertise RSE. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/948814

Dear compatriots!On behalf of the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, we congratulate all citizens on the Day of Thanksgiving!As the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted, the time-tested qualities of our people, such as compassion, care, and kindness, are especially evident in difficult times. Today, large-scale changes are taking place in our state, and concrete steps are being taken to create a Just Kazakhstan. At such a critical moment, it is very important to put the interests of the country above all else and maintain our harmony.On this holiday of kindness, unity, and friendship, we would like to thank the Kazakhstanis who contribute to the development and prosperity of Kazakhstan. We wish you good health, happiness, and prosperity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/948797

Dear Akmola residents!I sincerely congratulate you on the Day of Thanksgiving!This is an important holiday that contributes to strengthening the Kazakhstani model of uniqueness and unity, promoting national values, and preserving historical memory.Showing gratitude and respect for each other, we promote such basic values ​​as friendship, kindness, and cooperation.This year we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. The unique institution of peace and harmony, which practically confirms its importance as one of the main factors of interethnic stability in society, is adequately fulfilling its mission.In accordance with the wise maxim "If you receive the gratitude of the country, you will become significant," I express my gratitude to all Akmola residents who faithfully fulfill their professional and civic duty, for their invaluable contribution to the development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.I wish every family happiness, well-being, and peace!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/948784

In 2024, the volume of production of building materials amounted to 1,336 billion tenge, an increase of 6.9% compared to 2023 (1,249 billion tenge). This was reported by the Directorate for the Development of Light Industry, Woodworking, Furniture Industry and Construction Materials Production of QazIndustry JSC. The growth in the industry was mainly due to an increase in the production of processed stone for monuments by 24.8%, the production of mineral and slag cotton by 22.4%, and the production of non-refractory ceramic bricks by 7.7%.In general, the growth in the volume of production in the industry is associated with an increase in construction work by 18.5%. To some extent, investments also contributed to this. Last year, 3,542.5 billion tenge was invested in housing construction, which was 14.7% more than in 2023.The largest volume of production was accounted for by the city of Astana (13.5% of total production), Karaganda region (9.3%) and Almaty region (9.1%).Exports of building materials amounted to 276.3 million US dollars, an increase of 11.8% in monetary terms compared to 2023. The main export goods were refractory cement, Portland cement, reinforcement, ceramic insulating products, ceramic tiles and other products.Imports of building materials products amounted to 1,300.2 million US dollars, an increase of 8.8% compared to 2023. The main imported goods include cement products, slag and mineral silicate cotton, ceramic tiles, Portland cement and other products.The volume of investments in fixed assets in the sector amounted to 180 billion tenge. In 2024, the TechnoNikol-Kazakhstan LLP plant for the production of thermal insulation materials in the Almaty region, the Korcem LLP plant for the production of cement in the Zhambyl region, the Wang Sheng Ceramic LLP plant for the production of ceramic tiles in Shymkent, and other projects were launched.The implementation of the national project "Modernization of the Energy and Utilities Sector", as well as the plan to commission 111 million square meters of housing by 2029, will provide impetus to the steady growth of production in the sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/947953

By order of the Akim of the Akmola region, Sakhiev Serik Kanatovich was appointed head of the Akmola region health department for the period of the main employee's study leave.Serik Kanatovich was born in the village of Kyryk Kudyk, Stepnogorsk city, Akmola region. In 2007, he graduated from the Kazakhstan State Medical Academy with a degree in "doctor-biochemist". In 2013, he received a bachelor's degree in economics and business from A. Myrzakhmetov Kokshetau University.He began his career in 2007 as a doctor-biochemist at the Zerendy district polyclinic. In different years, he held managerial positions in the sanitary and epidemiological expertise and healthcare of the Akmola region.Prior to this appointment, he served as the director of the KMC of the “Center for Primary Medical and Sanitary Care of the Village of Krasny Yar”.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/948600

Akimats of districts and cities of the Akmola region were instructed to implement the delivered KPIs on investments At the meeting of the Akim of the Akmola region, chaired by the akim of the region, Marat Akhmetzhanov, issues on measures being taken to attract investments were considered.The current situation and their effectiveness in attracting investments were reported by the acting head of the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry Bakhytzhan Sapar and the director of the Investment Development Center “Akmola Invest” KMU Aidos Zhurginov.According to Bakhytzhan Sapar, the volume of investments in fixed capital in the regional economy at the end of 2024 amounted to 562.8 billion tenge. The share of private ownership amounted to 59.6% of the total volume of investments.Today, a number of measures are being taken in the region to attract investment. Taking into account the forecast of the average annual dynamics for 3 years, the calculation was carried out by region to achieve KPIs, taking into account the share of each region. In 2025, it is planned to launch 221 projects worth 279.3 billion tenge, creating 2.7 thousand jobs in all industries, including the SME sector. These include the production of zabutovka bricks in the Arshaly district, the construction of a mining and enrichment plant based on kaolin from the Alekseev deposit in the Zerendy district, etc. projects. The pool of investment projects after 2025 includes the construction of a deep grain processing production complex with a capacity of 1 million tons of monosodium glutamate by Dalian Hesheng Holdings LLP for 720 billion tenge, and the construction of a new plant in Kokshetau for 180 billion tenge. tenge includes the construction of a 630-bed multidisciplinary regional hospital by “Renell Kokshetau” LLP and other projects. In addition to the development of the “Aqmola” republican zone, regional industrial zones are being created in the region in the Tselinograd district and in the city of Kokshetau. Today, the akimat of the regional center has allocated land within the industrial zone for the future construction of the largest oil extraction plant in Central Asia.Also, a regional investment program for the Akmola region has been developed, which will be targeted at all foreign embassies. In addition, a Regional Investment Headquarters has been established in the region.Aidos Zhurginov, Director of the Investment Development Center “Akmola Invest” KMU, presented in detail the work done to attract investors to the region. In particular, the Investment Attraction Center is the only such center that independently and independently develops the investment attractiveness of the region.“The Head of State noted at an expanded meeting of the Government the importance of attracting investment to all sectors of the economy. Today, all the investments you have indicated have not yet been put into operation, there is no real economic development. Investment is not just an indicator that needs to be achieved, everything must be focused on results. It is necessary to radically change the investment trend. Now we need to act quickly and decisively,” the head of the region noted. The regional akim noted that investment activity is an indicator of the development of the region, its attractiveness for Kazakhstani and foreign business. Following the meeting, the Department of Entrepreneurship and Industry, together with the akimats of districts, cities, and sectoral departments, was tasked with ensuring the implementation of the delivered KPIs on investments in fixed assets, the timely implementation and support of all investment projects from the stage of land acquisition to reaching design capacity, the commissioning of projects of the nationwide pool announced for 2025, ensuring the full operation of the Akmola Invest center, attracting investors to priority sectors, and implementing new investment initiatives of large business entities operating in the regions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/948735

Amir Omarkhanov from Karaganda qualified for the quarterfinals of the ITF tennis tournament in Monastir (Tunisia), reports olympic.kz.In the second round, he defeated Italian Luca Constanța (738 ATP). The match ended with a score of 7:5, 6:2.In the quarterfinals, Amir will play German Tom Gentz ​​(472 ATP).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/948067

A new fire station equipped with modern equipment and technology has been opened in Temirtau, which will allow rescuers to respond quickly to emergency situations. 48 specialists will work there.The need to open a depot has long been present. The city fire department is under heavy load. In the summer, rescuers respond to calls 30-35 times a day. The problem was resolved with the support of the regional akimat. Funds were allocated for the major renovation of the building of the former fire department, built in 1993.The opening of the depot was attended by the akim of the Karaganda region, Yermaganbet Bulekpayev, and the Minister of Emergency Situations, Shingiz Arynov.- Additional funds allowed us to equip the depot with modern technology and equipment, as well as create favorable conditions for the work of rescuers. We will continue to further strengthen the material and technical base of the emergency services, - said Yermaganbet Bulekpayev.The Minister of Emergency Situations handed over the keys to the new special equipment to the rescuers. The depot fleet was replenished with four tanker trucks, two service vehicles for emergency response, a boat, as well as a modern auto-sat.– There was no such fire department in Temirtau. In terms of size, equipment, level and quality of work performed, there are conditions for rescuers, apartments, a dormitory. All this should give impetus to emergency response and improve the quality of our services, - noted Chingiz Arynov. - The opening of a new fire depot is a contribution to the safety of the city, its residents and the industrial complex.During the renovation of the building, special attention was paid to creating comfortable conditions for fire department employees. The administrative block is located on the third floor.The first and second floors are allocated for classrooms, assembly and training halls, bathrooms, and a canteen. Also, the depot building has two service apartments, which are fully equipped.Two young families live there.- Now all rescuers will live in one place. Here will be employees of the Temirtau Emergency Management Department, fire services, industrial safety, and mining rescuers. This will allow us to quickly solve all the problems, - noted Vladislav Karushulakov, Deputy Head of the Temirtau Emergency Situations Department.The new fire station will ensure the safety of residents of the eastern and southwestern parts of Temirtau, including apartment and private housing, socially significant facilities, the Qarmet steel department and industrial enterprises of the Eastern region.Also, given the location of the station, it is located close to the republican highway, employees can quickly go to help people who find themselves in a difficult situation on the road. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/948071

Karaganda biathlete Vladislav Kireev won two medals at the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China. He won the 10-kilometer sprint and became the champion in the individual event. He also won silver in the quartet. Karaganda resident Alexander Borisevich played in the Kazakhstan men's team that won the gold medal.The champions of the Asian Games and their coaches were honored at the Karaganda regional akimat.They were awarded with cash certificates.On behalf of the head of the region and the people of Karaganda, the athletes were congratulated by Deputy Akim of the region Alibek Aldeney.– You have once again proven that the Karaganda region has a strong sports tradition. Your achievements are not only a good image of the region, but also, first of all, an example for the younger generation and an incentive to engage in sports. We expect that you will continue to glorify our region and our country in the future, - noted Alibek Aldeney.A native of Temirtau, a representative of the Karaganda region's school of higher sportsmanship, Vladislav Kireev has been involved in biathlon for 16 years. He trains under the guidance of Rais Khairutdinov. Multiple prize-winner and winner of republican and international competitions. Participated in the XXIV Winter Olympic Games in Beijing in 2022.– As a result of the draw, I was the last to perform in the individual competitions in Harbin. This was an advantageous position. When I reached the finish line, I began to congratulate myself. But my excitement lasted a long time. Only after I got on the podium did I begin to believe that I had won! Moreover, Kazakhstan won two medals that day, - shared Vladislav Kireev. - A ceremonial meeting was organized for us at the Astana airport. It is nice that they support us. I hope that further results will only increase.The main goal is to participate in the 2026 Winter Olympics. Three stages of the Biathlon World Cup await us ahead - in the Czech Republic, Slovenia and Norway. The upcoming international competitions will begin on March 6.Alexander Borisevich has gone through the entire system of hockey from Karaganda. He once defended the honor of the Kazakhstan youth team in various international tournaments. This is not the first time he has played for the national team and hopes to stay there for a long time.- Our goal was to take first place at the Asian Winter Games, and we accomplished it. In the final, we had a tough game with the Japanese, but we won. Before that, we had defeated the tournament hosts, the Chinese national team. In May, the World Hockey Championship will be held in Sweden and Denmark. I hope to qualify for the national team, - said Alexander Borisevich. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/948083

An expanded board meeting of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held in Astana. During the event, the work of the Ministry in 2024 was summarized and plans for 2025 were determined.The event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar, deputies of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Marat Karabayev, representatives of the Administration and Government of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, vice ministers, heads of staff, chairmen of committees, department directors, heads of subordinate organizations of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of local executive bodies."In 2024, repair work in the road sector covered a record 12 thousand kilometers, of which 7 thousand kilometers were completed. The main efforts were directed to completing the reconstruction work on the major transit corridors "Almaty - Karaganda" (879 km), "Taldykorgan - Ust-Kamenogorsk" (768 km) and "Aktobe - Atyrau - Astrakhan" (607 km). To date, work on these routes has been completed. In the railway transport sector, the growth in freight traffic amounted to 2% or 303 million tons (2023 - 297.4 million, 2025 - 310). This is a historical maximum. 21 million passengers were transported by railway transport, an increase of 4%. Last year, 185 locomotives, 2,350 freight cars and 143 passenger cars were purchased. The volume of transportation by sea amounted to 7.5 million tons, an increase of 4%. In the civil aviation sector, Kazakhstani airlines transported 14.7 million passengers last year, which is 11% (13.3 million) more than in 2023. Passenger service indicators at airports increased by 14% to 29.7 million people (26.1 million in 2023), cargo handling increased by 18% to 171 thousand tons (145 thousand in 2023). Road transport shows the greatest growth in freight transportation compared to other types of transport. The annual growth dynamics of export-import traffic is more than 20%, and transit traffic is about 40%. At the same time, transit traffic from China has increased by 2 or more times. Last year, we completely transferred permits with China and Uzbekistan to electronic format. As a result, over the past 2 years, the number of flights with Uzbekistan has increased from 6 thousand to 36 thousand, and with China - from 50 thousand to 230 thousand," said Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev.In his speech, the Minister extensively touched upon the plans for 2025. In particular, this year, the scope of road construction work is expected to reach 13 thousand kilometers. The implementation of new projects with a total length of 1045 kilometers will begin. Including the sections "Aktobe - Ulgaisyn" (234 km), "Karaganda - Zhezkazgan" (572 km), "Atyrau - Dossor" (86 km) and bypasses of the cities of Saryagash (102), Kyzylorda (26 km), Rudny (17 km) and Petropavlovsk (8 km). The construction of the Dostyk-Moyintsy and Almaty bypass railways has been completed, and the construction of the Kyzylorda-Moyintsy facility will begin. This year, 54 stations will be covered by repair and reconstruction works. The construction of a 250 thousand container hub in the Aktau port has been completed and dredging works are underway. 16 new air routes are planned to Rome, Munich, Budapest, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Busan. Budget routes for passengers will expand due to the arrival of 4 new foreign low-cost carriers SpiceJet (India), Eastar Jet and T'way Air (Korea), ThayAirAsia (Thailand). As part of the transition of foreign permit forms to electronic format, human factors and, accordingly, corruption risks have been completely eliminated. Work is already underway to transition to the electronic exchange of foreign permit forms with the Organization of Turkic States (Turkey, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan) and the Baltic countries (Russia, Latvia, Lithuania).Following the results of the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar gave a number of specific instructions to further improve work in the development of the country's transport and logistics sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/948677

A meeting between Marat Karabayev and Christopher Duggan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Canada to Kazakhstan, was held at the Ministry of Transport.During the talks, the issue of further development of cooperation in the aviation sector was discussed. In particular, the parties considered the possibilities of expanding air traffic, introducing modern technologies and increasing the level of safety of air transportation.The prospects for purchasing De Havilland aircraft for the development of small aviation in Kazakhstan were also discussed.As a result of the meeting, the parties agreed to further discuss joint initiatives and stay in touch to clarify the next steps.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/947728

QAZAQ AIR airline opens regular flights from Astana to Samarkand with Turkestan transit. The first flight on this route is scheduled for May 1.The flights will fly twice a week - on Thursdays and Sundays - according to the following schedule:- Thursday:IQ369 Astana 16:15 - Samarkand 20:00 (connection in Turkestan 1 hour);Samarkand IQ510 21:00 - Astana 01:30 (connection in Turkestan 50 min.);Sunday:IQ369 Astana 07:25 - Samarkand 11:00 (connection in Turkestan 50 min.);Samarkand IQ510 12:00 - Astana 15:30 (connection in Turkestan 40 min.).The flights will be operated by comfortable and modern aircraft of the Canadian De-Havilland Dash 8-Q400 production. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946724

After a short break, the Ten Qogam Center for Social Adaptation of People with Disabilities began to provide services. The social order was again received by the Qamqor Plus Public Association of People with Disabilities. This means that people with disabilities will continue to receive the necessary assistance free of charge for the next three years.The main goal of the center is to provide information and resource support to people with disabilities over the age of 18 living in Karaganda. For three years, the center has been actively working to create conditions for the integration of people with disabilities into society and the labor environment. The work is carried out in several areas: employment of people with disabilities, social and psychological support, legal assistance.“The center works on the principle of a single window,” explained the head of the center, Niyaz Sundetaliev. “A person with disabilities who comes here with their problem can make a decision. We interact directly with the Department and Administration of Employment Coordination, city and regional akimats, and the Center for Labor Mobility.The idea of ​​creating a single space where people with disabilities can receive assistance in various aspects of life arose from the desire to make life easier for people with disabilities. Being one of them, Niyaz Sundetaliev felt how inaccessible the “accessible” environment is for people with disabilities.According to specialists from the city’s Department of Employment and Social Programs, a public association where people with disabilities work can quickly connect with those who come to ask for help.– This project is a bridge to unite the demands of state bodies and people with disabilities and quickly solve problems, – believes Bakhytnur Talipova, Deputy Head of the Karaganda Department of Employment and Social Programs. – I think that in the future this project will show even better results.One of the components of the center’s work is psychological assistance and support. A psychologist conducts individual meetings with participants to help them identify their strengths, develop a career plan, and overcome internal obstacles related to finding a job or adapting to a new workplace.On the opening day, a psychological training was held for those who came to the center for consultation.– The main thing for us is communication. Many are locked up in four walls and do not leave their homes, - says Meruert Smagulova, a disabled person from Karaganda. - Before my disability, I lived and worked as usual. Now I want to work, so I came here to ask for help.Following the example of Ten Qogam, similar centers will be created in other cities and districts of the Karaganda region.The Ten Qogam Center for Social Adaptation of People with Disabilities is located in Karaganda, at the address: Office 5, Tattimbet Street, 709, Building of the Center for State and Service Services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946884

Two teams from the "Murager" MLI immediately won the Grand Prix and a ticket to the prestigious world tournament in robotics, winning the First Robotics Almaty Tech Cup 2025 – Central Asia FIRST Championship international competition among students in grades 1–11 (12).The championship has been held since 2014, and during this time the number of teams has increased from 20 to 400. The competition was attended by strong teams from Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, India, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and all regions of Kazakhstan.This year, the championship combined competitions in robotics, engineering and drones, including the Aspan Cyber ​​Race, Aspan Drone Competition, Aspan Whoop Race and Aspan Drone Race. Participants demonstrated their skills in such areas as First Lego League (4–16 years old) and First Tech Challenge (16–18 years old).Four teams from the "Murager" specialized boarding school of Karaganda region participated in the competitions dedicated to the global problems of studying water resources and the underwater world. In the FIRST LEGO League Challenge category, the "M2T" team received the Autonomous genius award nomination, and the Rasslexx team won the Grand Prix and a ticket to the world stage in Houston (USA).- Together with the Rasslexx team, we presented an innovative project - a GPS tracker that tracks a person falling overboard. If it happens, the tracker will signal the captain and give the exact coordinates, and the detector-camera will show where and how the fall into the water occurred, - said the school mentor Zhanadil Shakarim, who led the students to the championship.The competition of FTC robots in the FIRST Tech Challenge category was heated. But the school's Jeltoqsun team, in addition to the Inspire award and Winning alliance partner award nominations, also qualified for the world stage in Houston.- Our team had an innovative project that was the best in all the jury's assessment criteria, - says Zhanadil Shakarim. - The peculiarity of our project is not only in the robot itself, but also in the competently written codes, thanks to which it consistently performed its missions. According to one task, our robots had to go around the map and complete 15 missions in two and a half minutes. Here, the results of our team were among the top three.In addition, the school was awarded the Recognition award for high achievements, and 11th graders Ruslan Ogay and Alina Anirova received a four-year grant to study at the Kazakh-British Technical University. Now students are faced with the choice of which faculty to study at.And the captain of the Jeltoqsun team, Akbar Ermekov, was among the twenty candidates selected from all over the world for a scholarship to study at one of the US universities.- I have been participating in robotics competitions since the 8th grade and have already achieved great success. I participated in the Roboland competition in Karaganda, went to Almaty, Astana, and the American city of Worcester. We performed successfully everywhere and received awards. All this also helped to determine the future life path: I want to work in the IT sector, - shared Akbar Ermekov.- Our students have made not only the school, but also our region famous with their achievements in international competitions, in which more than 3 thousand students participated, - noted Nurgazy Utebayev, director of the Murager MLI.Kazakhstani students have repeatedly won world gold in the international arena: young engineers were recognized as the best in Geneva (2022), Singapore (2023) and Athens (2024).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946984

The deputies of the Karaganda regional maslikhat approved a new regional management scheme at the extraordinary XXIII session. The reorganization is being carried out to increase the efficiency of local government and optimize expenses.— Making changes to the existing regional management scheme involves optimizing expenses, reducing non-core functions and saving budget funds, — noted the head of the Karaganda region akim's office, Yerlan Galiev.Several departments will be merged: agriculture and land relations; business and industry; finance and state assets. Also, a tourism management with the function of external relations will be created.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947093

In the city of Balkhash, Karaganda region, local authorities are trying to create conditions to increase the flow of tourists. Last year, three new recreation areas appeared, and this year six more may be added.This was announced by Balkhash akim Sapar Satayev at a briefing at the Regional Communications Service.According to him, last year the number of vacationers in the Balkhash resort area increased by almost 30% and amounted to 121 thousand people. 99 facilities received tourists.— Last year, three recreation areas were put into operation. This year, it is planned to launch six tourism facilities with a total investment of 2.4 billion tenge, — said Sapar Satayev.The construction of water supply networks will begin in the resort villages of Torangalyk and Shubartubek. Recreation areas will be supplied with central water.In addition, the reconstruction of the beach and the city embankment should be completed this year.The reconstruction of the Balkhash airport continues. Currently, the construction of a special transport service building and the reconstruction of the airport terminal are underway. The reconstruction work is scheduled to be completed this year.The BalkhashTourfest festival has become a tradition. Last year, more than 30 thousand people gathered there. This year, it is expected to be even more.— The main goal of the festival is to form and promote the brand of Balkhash as a tourist center, — the city mayor noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947219

In Kazakhstan, March 1 is Thanksgiving Day. It was established in 2016 to express gratitude to the Kazakh people for the hospitality shown to immigrants in the 30s and 40s of the last century. On this day, concerts, charity events, festivals, exhibitions, round tables, etc. are held in the Karaganda region. KaragandaOn February 28, at 12:00, the exhibition-fair "Craftsmanship - Your Spiritual Companion" will open at the Karaganda Regional Museum of Fine Arts. It will be open until 18:00 on February 28, as well as from 10:00 to 18:00 on March 1 and 2.On March 1, at 10:00, the regional forum "Humanity is a Noble Virtue" dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and Thanksgiving Day will begin. The forum will officially announce the start of the republican contest "Caravan of Kindness".On this day, at 12:00, a ceremony of laying flowers at the Independence Stele will be held in the central square of the city.At 14:00, the XI Romanian Folklore Festival "Mărțișor-2025" will begin at the Friendship House. The festival's headliner will be Honored Artist of Moldova Lenuta Gheorgheță. In addition, a gala concert, a demonstration of Romanian national costumes and traditional household items, and an exhibition of books and photographs will be organized. Admission is free.On March 1, at 12:00, the Railway Workers' Palace of Culture will host the "One Country - One Nation" folk life festival dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The new Maykuduk Palace of Culture will host the "Thank you - your native country" concert program. TemirtauOn February 28, at 15:00, the Temirtau Museum of History and Local Lore will host a festival dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and Thanksgiving Day. Guests of the event will be interactively introduced to the cuisine, clothing, lifestyle and traditions of various ethnic groups living in modern Kazakhstan.On March 1, at 11:00, a festive concert entitled "Thank you to my boundless homeland" will be held at the Metallurgists Palace of Culture with the participation of the FOLK SYMPHONY ethno-folk orchestra. SaranOn March 1, at 11:00, a solemn concert entitled "Do good" will be held at the House of Culture.On March 1, a business conference dedicated to the Day of Thanksgiving "We are the united people of Kazakhstan" will be held in the Centralized Library System. During the event, the results of the work of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and ethno-cultural associations will be discussed.On this day, the city will hold a "Thousands of thanks!" action will be held. ShakhtinskOn March 1, a ceremony of honoring patrons "From Heart to Heart" will be held.On this day, national and board game competitions will be held at the "Aksuek" sports club.Also, on Thanksgiving Day, charity events will be held in the city to distribute necessary items and food packages to those in need and clear the yards of single pensioners from snow. KarkaralyOn February 28, a concert entitled "A Thousand Thanks to You, Kazakh People" will be held on the stage of the Zhandarbekova Cultural and Entertainment Center.In addition, five-asyk games, cross-country skiing and volleyball competitions dedicated to Thanksgiving Day will be held from March 1 to 3.Round tables, festive concerts, and competitions will be organized in the villages of the district. Abay districtOn February 28, the winners of the festival-competition "Dostyk, Birlik, and Kelism Oui-Ornegi" will be awarded.Also, exhibitions, charity events and challenges will be held in the district by March 1. Aktogay district On February 28, a festive concert dedicated to Thanksgiving Day will be held at the district cultural and recreation center. Round tables, meetings, concerts and charity events will also be held in the villages of the district. Nura district On February 28, at 11:00, a round table will be held on the topic "The Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan - a unique example of cultural dialogue". Bukhar Zhyrau district On February 28, a round table will be held on the topic "Unity in Diversity". Also, charity events and challenges will be organized on the occasion of the holiday. Priozersk On March 1, hot tea will be distributed to residents on the streets of the city. A drawing competition will also be held on the occasion of Thanksgiving Day.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947269

On the eve of World Civil Defense Day, the Minister of Emergency Situations Shyngyz Arynov and the regional governor Yermaganbet Bolekpayev visited the 52859th military unit named after Martbek Mamyraev in Karaganda. The military personnel were presented with the keys to new special equipment that increases combat readiness and operational efficiency.The department was provided with military rescue vehicles based on KamAZ and Toyota Hilux. This is domestically produced equipment. The high-performance vehicles are equipped in accordance with modern requirements.– Providing the department's military rescue units with modern equipment and technology is a guarantee of speed and efficiency in dealing with emergency situations. We continue to work systematically to strengthen the material and technical base in order to be ready for any challenges, including the upcoming flood period, - noted Chingiz Arynov.The minister noted that the modernization and technical equipment of civil defense remains a priority. This year, 72 units of equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles, Modern clothing and accessories for personnel were also purchased.– Today, our military unit has received 22 modern vehicles. Previously, the fleet was updated in 2015. Currently, we are working on development, and another influx of new equipment is expected next year, - said M. Baglan Kenbeylov, commander of the 52859th military unit named after Mamraev.Chingis Arynov and Ermagambet Bolekpayev got acquainted with the service conditions of officers and soldiers.The military units of the Civil Defense of the Ministry of Emergency Situations are responsible for protecting the population, objects and territories from natural and man-made disasters, as well as carrying out emergency rescue and urgent work World Civil Defense Day is celebrated annually on March 1. The holiday was approved by a resolution of the General Assembly of the International Civil Defense Organization. Its goal is to promote knowledge about civil defense and raise the prestige of the national rescue service.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947684