The "Bauyrlas-podcast" studio, established under the "Social Agreement" KMU of the regional public development department, was opened in the "House of Friendship" in Turkestan.The presentation was given by Zhambyl Artykbayev, a well-known ethnographer-historian, a member of the Scientific and Expert Council under the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, a veteran of Kazakh journalism, a professor at the International Kazakh Technical University, the head of the Scientific and Expert Group under the Turkestan Regional People's Congress Seidulla Sadykov, and the head of the "Social Agreement" KMU Elmira Zhangaziyeva, who wished success to the noble initiative.During the interview, they discussed the preparations for the events held in the region within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and the preservation of interethnic harmony and peace.According to Ersultan Amirbek, the chairman of the Journalists and Bloggers Club under the Turkestan Regional People's Congress, the "Bauyrlas-podcast" studio is a aims to implement large-scale projects aimed at spiritual globalization, maintaining interethnic unity and harmony in society, and developing cooperation among youth. This will contribute not only to the media industry, but also to enriching the spirituality of the region as a whole, strengthening the unity of the country.The studio is intended to strengthen and promote Kazakhstani identity and unity, develop educational programs about friendship between ethnic groups and working people, exclusive interviews, and information materials.A location in the form of a yurt has been prepared here and is fully equipped with new furniture and computers necessary for work.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924745

Local residents are actively involved in the cleanliness of settlements in the Turkestan region.Cleaning work has been carried out in the village of Utirtobe, Zholdasbai Eraliev rural district, Zhetisay district, throughout the year. Villagers are actively participating in these works. Residents of Utirtobe cleaned the section of the regional highway KH-117 passing through the village of Utirtobe from garbage, repaired electricity poles and bus stops, installed garbage bins, and improved sports fields.The village activists, who said, "Let's start cleanliness from our own yard, from the village," called on the people to join in the cleaning work and sent a cleaning relay to other villagers.The residents of Zhana Aul rural district, Zhetisay district, received the cleaning relay sent by Utirtobe residents to the districts of the Turkestan region and carried out cleaning and improvement work. Residents of the Zhana aul settlement, owners of farms, school and medical workers, and entrepreneurs joined in these works.Kazybek bi rural district continued the relay race. Employees of the akim's office of the rural district, local entrepreneurs, and residents participated in the event. They cleaned roads and internal streets of republican, regional, and district significance, flower beds, and areas with a high concentration of people from garbage. The cleanliness relay race was sent to the Maktaly rural district.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924750

In the Turkestan region, it is planned to increase the volume of commercial fish farming to 20 thousand tons within 10 years by 2030. Today, the number of farms engaged in commercial fish farming in the region has reached 231. The interest of entrepreneurs in engaging in fish farming in the Tulkubas district is growing day by day. This year, 10 entrepreneurs have decided to start their own business in this direction. In total, 26 entrepreneurs are engaged in fish farming in the district.The district governor, Askar Estibayev, got acquainted with the business of one such entrepreneur, a resident of the Mashat village, Ermakhan Duysenbekov.An artificial lake has been dug and prepared on 1.8 hectares of land. This year, they plan to send 30 thousand carp, crucian carp and white amur fish fry there.And the nearby "Zhety Uy" farm sent 20 thousand carp, crucian carp and white amur fish fry to the artificial lake 5 years ago, and now receives at least 5 tons of products per year. And the entrepreneur is increasing his income by building a Sak bathhouse near the lake and running a cafe.Askar Sultanuly, who got acquainted with the future plans of the owners of the dual facility, informed them of the support provided by the state and instructed the head of the responsible department to organize a seminar in the coming days with the participation of citizens who intend to open a fish farm and have already done so, as well as qualified specialists. He also said that work in this direction should be intensified as much as possible.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924754

The Turkestan region working group has begun work on meeting and establishing cooperation with young people enrolled in the North and East Kazakhstan regions under the state program "Serpin - 2050 - Eternal Youth of the Country - to Industry".Members of the special working group formed by the Turkestan region visited the Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University in Ust-Kamenogorsk and got acquainted with the work of major structural divisions of the university, such as the Scientific Research Center, the Center for Continuing and Inclusive Education, a dormitory, and the Higher School of IT and Natural Sciences. 472 students are studying at this university under the "Serpin - 2050" program. Of these, 201 students are studying from the Turkestan region.During the working trip, the delegation of the Turkestan region met and talked with students of the Daulet Serikbayev East Kazakhstan Technical University. They also made a tour of the educational institution and visited workshops and scientific centers. They visited the Kazakh-German Institute and got acquainted with the situation of young people living in student dormitories.In addition, they got acquainted with the educational base of the Shakarim State University of Semey and met with students.As a result, a memorandum was signed on establishing cooperation between the East Kazakhstan Technical University named after Daulet Serikbayev and the East Kazakhstan University named after Sarsen Amanzholov and the "Youth Resource Center" of the Turkestan Regional Department of Public Development.It should be noted that the working group's business trip will continue at A. Bokeykhan University in Semey and Pavlodar Pedagogical University named after A. Margulan, S. Toraigyrov University, and Innovative Eurasian University in Pavlodar region.Press service of the akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/924757

A member of the regional personnel reserve, Mamanov Bauyrzhan Sakenovich, was appointed to the position of Deputy Head of the Department of Digitization and Archives of the Akmola region.Baurzhan Mamanov graduated from the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University in 2012 with a degree in Accounting and Audit, and from the Eurasian Humanitarian Institute in 2018 with a degree in Law.He began his career by gaining experience as a financier in the private sector.He began his work experience in the civil service in 2014 with the position of an expert in the Department of Economics and Finance of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and later served as a chief expert in this system.In 2018-2023, he worked as a head of the department in the Committee for Civil Society Affairs of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Civil Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Department of Finance and Administrative Work of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as the director of the Department of Economics and Finance of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan He worked as a Deputy Director of the Department of Finance and Administrative Work of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/925086

With the agreement of the Agency for Civil Service Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Meirambek Zhanbolatovich Makhambetov was appointed head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Aktobe region. He was born in 1989 in Aktobe, has a higher education: in 2011 he graduated from the Eurasian National University named after L.N. Gumilyov with a degree in Regional Studies, and in 2014 from the Kokshe Academy with a degree in Physical Culture and Sports. He began his career in 2011 as a referent of the Sports Committee of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In 2011-2014, he worked as an expert in the Department of Legal Support and Administration of the Sports Committee of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, an expert and chief expert in the Department of Mass Sports Development of the Department of Physical Education of the Agency for Sports and Physical Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In 2014-2018, he worked as a chief expert in the Department of Mass and Non-Olympic Sports Development, Head of the Department of Administrative and Personnel Work, and Head of the Department of Winter Sports of the Committee for Sports and Physical Culture of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In 2018-2020, he headed the departments of physical culture and sports of Aktobe region and youth policy of Aktobe region. In 2020-2024, he served as the head of the Department for National Sports and Work with People with Disabilities in Sports of the Committee for Sports and Physical Culture of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the director of the Sports Training Center for People with Disabilities, and the executive director of the Professional Football League of Kazakhstan. Since January 2024, he has served as the President of the Republican Deaf Football and Futsal Federation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/925014

With the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Center for Cinema Support, 10 new film projects will be released this year.There is confidence that the audience will enjoy the unique plots and interesting events of these films.One of the long-awaited projects is the film "Captain Baytasov". It was directed by Dauren Kamshybayev. The hero's son, Armanzhan Abdibekov, actively participated in writing the script for the film. This work will make a special contribution to the history of national cinematography and glorify the image of a hero who will forever remain in the people's memory as a symbol of courage and heroism.In addition, this year, the audience will be offered other interesting projects. Among them are the drama "Gamer", which deals with the problem of gambling, the sports drama "90+1" on the theme of football, "Autumn Breeze", "Fake Dream", "Qaitadan", "Dung", "Black Girl", "Altyn Adam", "Aromatnoe serdce" and "Abel".The new films presented in 2025 will reflect valuable ideas that will positively influence the education of the younger generation and make the audience think.A competition for film projects will also be announced in early March. The priority themes for new films are love for the homeland, ecology and hard work.The full list of priority themes is published on the official website of the Cinema Center. The press service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/924830

The premiere of the Nomad Inspiration program, developed in collaboration with the HasSak ethno-folklore ensemble, took place in the Grand Hall of the Astana Opera Theater. The program included national choreographic performances and instrumental music.This bright event was organized with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The program featured the premiere of the performances "Toy Bastar" and "Aralym" set to the impressive music of the HasSak ensemble, as well as the work "Alem" ("The Foundations of the World") set to the music of composer Khamit Shangaliev. In addition, the program featured works by the HasSak ethno-folklore ensemble, such as "KhasSaknama", "Uly Zhibek Zholy", "Zauren", "Ansau", "Orleu", "Turan Zholbarys" and "Tartu".It should be noted that this is not the only project jointly developed by the theater and the Kazakh HasSak ethno-folklore ensemble. The implementation of such a large-scale program was facilitated by the artistic director of the ballet troupe, Altynai Asylmuratova. She supports young choreographers of the Astana Opera Theater and does her best to improve their skills. Press service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/924939

The Center for Emergency Medicine of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan has received an important purchase - a specialized vehicle for providing emergency medical care in emergency situations. This innovation will significantly increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the work of medical specialists of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as well as provide quick and high-quality access to victims in the most difficult situations. The keys to the new vehicle were handed over by the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Major General Chingiz Arinov. Speaking to the personnel, the head of the department noted the importance of this purchase for improving the work of the service in rural areas. “With the support of the Head of State, the Ministry pays special attention to the development of medical services. our department, especially in rural areas. In an environment where access to medical care in remote settlements is often limited, we strive not only to modernize the infrastructure, but also to equip our departments with the most modern equipment. The vehicle is able to overcome difficult roads. This is not just a vehicle - it is an important element of our work, which ensures the ability to respond quickly in the most difficult situations, which is very important for the injured citizens,” the head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations noted. The new vehicle, which arrived at the Center for Emergency Medicine of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is distinguished by excellent off-road properties, which are very important for working in emergency situations, especially in remote and hard-to-reach areas. regions. The vehicle is equipped with advanced medical equipment that allows you to provide prompt and high-quality assistance in the most emergency situations. This vehicle is used by the recently opened new universal emergency rescue unit in the city of Makinsk, Akmola region, and such vehicles are in high demand. “Previously, when entering the republican highways, there were traffic accidents, and our specialists could only provide first aid. If the injured were trapped in the vehicle, they had to wait until special equipment arrived. Now, thanks to the new vehicle equipped with hydraulic tools, we can not only provide first aid, but also carry out rescue operations,” explained the Director of the Main Directorate of the Central Control Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Republic of Kazakhstan. This purchase is not just a new vehicle, but a significant milestone in the work of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan. It is part of a strategic program to modernize and improve the service's readiness to respond to emergencies in any situation. The new vehicle will significantly improve coordination, efficiency and effectiveness in ensuring the safety of citizens and providing emergency assistance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/925039

On January 23, 2025, a meeting of the Board of the Akmola region Health Department was held, where the results of work for 2024 were summed up and priorities for 2025 were outlined. The event was attended by Deputy akim of the region Altynai Amrenova, deputy mayors of districts and cities, as well as chief doctors of medical organizations.Elena Ivanova, Acting Head of the Regional Health Department, delivered the main report."The development of the region's healthcare system remains our main task. We strive not only to introduce new technologies and improve infrastructure, but also to increase the availability and quality of medical services for every resident of the region," Elena Ivanova emphasized.Special attention was paid to the problems of high overall mortality caused by diseases of the circulatory system and oncological diseases.The following speakers also spoke on the agenda::Vladimir Shimansky, Advisor to the Akim of the region on disability issues, who raised issues related to improving medical services for people with special needs.Turmaganbet Talgat, Director of the branch of the Social Health Insurance Fund in Akmola region, who reported on the results of financing and procurement for 2024.Bibigul Imankulova, Director of the Department of Medical and Pharmaceutical Control in Akmola region, who reported on the results of state control in the medical and pharmaceutical fields.Infrastructure development issues were also discussed at the meeting. In 2024, 28 primary health care facilities were commissioned, and 10 more facilities are scheduled to be completed in 2025.Following the results of the board, the participants discussed problematic issues of the healthcare system, after which specific instructions were given to eliminate them and improve the quality of medical services in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/924891

As a result of the implementation of the program for the modernization of Housing and communal services in the period from 2011 to 2024, 2266 apartment buildings (KTCS) were covered, of which 1188 houses underwent major repairs, including the restoration of roofs, facades, entrances, as well as the modernization of engineering networks and power supply.In addition, 2257 elevators were replaced in 1078 houses, which significantly increased comfort and safety for residents. These changes contributed to a significant improvement in the quality of life of the townspeople, providing them with comfortable and safe living conditions.Last year, within the framework of the program, major repairs were carried out in 118 apartment buildings, as well as 100 units of elevator equipment were replaced in 54 houses.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/924915

A Kazakh delegation led by Colonel Olzhas Kusainov, Head of the Department of International Cooperation of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, visited the Republic of Turkey.Representatives of the defense departments of Kazakhstan and Turkey held regular staff negotiations, as a result of which a plan for military cooperation for 2025 was adopted.The document was signed by Colonel Olzhas Kusainov, Head of the Department of International Cooperation of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, on the Kazakh side, and Brigadier General Chatal Erdoğan on the Turkish side.According to Colonel O. Kusainov, during the bilateral meeting, issues of cooperation in the field of military education and science, peacekeeping operations, combat and medical training were discussed. The plan also provides for an exchange of high-level visits. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/924689

The Ministry of Defense has prepared a draft order of the head of the defense department "On the call-up of conscripts to military training in 2025". The regulatory legal act was developed in accordance with subparagraph 1) of Article 33 of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Military Service and the Status of Military Servicemen" dated February 16, 2012.The events are conducted by military management bodies and authorized state bodies.The main purpose of military training is to increase the combat and mobilization readiness of military units maintained in reduced numbers in peacetime, to prepare and stockpile military-trained resources necessary for the deployment of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan, other troops and military formations during mobilization.Military training is held annually for up to 30 days. During this period, conscripts retain their jobs and positions, and they are paid an average salary. Those who do not work receive the minimum wage at the expense of the state.Transportation of conscripts to and from military training is carried out by rail or road transport. Food is provided at the expense of the Ministry of Defense. In addition, all conscripts called up for military training are provided with material property in accordance with the norms established for the relevant categories of conscripts and medical services organized on an equal basis with active military personnel.Conscripts called up for training live in barracks. Their release from the location of the unit is carried out by the heads of the assembly in accordance with the procedure established by the internal service charter.For violation of military discipline and public order, committing a crime, as well as causing material damage to the state, military conscripts are held liable in accordance with the legislation of Kazakhstan.For evasion of military assemblies, military conscripts are subject to a fine in the amount of five monthly calculation indices in accordance with the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The full text of the draft order of the Minister of Defense can be found on the "Electronic Government" portal in the "Open NPA" section until February 7, 2025 at the following link: https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=1541213Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/924695

A hand-to-hand combat tournament for the Cup of the Commander of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held at the Abyroy Sports Complex in the capital. More than fifty servicemen in six teams competed for the title of the said Cup. International-class athletes and masters of sports fought in nine weight categories. The commander of the special operations forces, Colonel Aidos Myrzakhmetov, noted the importance of army hand-to-hand combat in improving the combat skills of special forces, improving their physical fitness, and strengthening moral and psychological stability.The fight on the tatami was attended by the Chairman of the Sports Committee of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Head of the Army Central Sports Club, Colonel Arman Abeuov, Secretary General of the Hand-to-Hand Combat Association of the Republic of Kazakhstan Adil Kairbayev, freestyle wrestler of Kazakhstan, Honored Master of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, bronze medalist of the London Olympics Akzhurek Tanatarov, Head of the Combat and Special Training Headquarters of the State Guard Service Anton Amanbayev, Head of the Physical Culture and Sports Department of the Main Command of the National Guard of the Republic of Kazakhstan Colonel Satzhan Abishev. According to the results of the competition, the first place was taken by the servicemen of the 22750th military unit, the second place by the athletes of the 36814th military unit, and the third place by the scouts of the 20709th military unit. The special nomination "Best Athlete" was awarded to the contract serviceman Sergeant Bauyrzhan Sultanov, and the nomination "For Will to Victory" was awarded to Senior Sergeant Askar Askarov. The champions and prize-winners of the tournament were awarded cash prizes and gifts. The strongest in the hare-army fight will receive a ticket to the Spartakiad of the Armed Forces of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/924730

In Zhambyl region, World War II veteran Rakhimzhan Sampaldyuly Mamyraliyev celebrated his centenary. Children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, fellow villagers, representatives of local executive bodies and military administration gathered at the veteran's house in the village of Zhetybay, Baizak district, to congratulate the veteran on his centenary. Employees of the Department of Defense Affairs sent a congratulatory letter to the veteran on behalf of the Minister of Defense, Colonel General Ruslan Zhaksylykov. In the letter, the head of the country's defense department expressed gratitude to Rakhimzhan Mamyraliyev for his selflessness and heroism on the front. The congratulatory letter noted that for modern defenders of the Fatherland, the veteran is an example of a person who faithfully performed his military duty. Akim of the Baizak district Olzhas Bakkarayev, on behalf of the regional leadership, thanked the veteran for his contribution to the victory in the post-war years and his loyal work.In the village of Zhetybay, the military orchestra of the "South" regional command continued the solemn celebration of the centenary of the veteran. Rakhimzhan Sampaldyuly, having heard familiar marches and compositions, applauded the military musicians. Reserve servicemen and service officers living in the Baizak district marched in a solemn march in honor of the veteran and his guests. Rakhimzhan Mamyraliyev was drafted into the army at the age of eighteen. In 1943, he traveled to the Far East and fought against the Japanese invaders. Senior Sergeant Rakhimzhan Mamyraliyev, commander of the artillery platoon, participated in the liberation of Primorsk, Voroshilov, Manchuria and the Korean Peninsula from the Japanese. The fighter was discharged from the army only in 1951 and returned to Zhambyl region, where he is now with his loved ones.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/925032

A meeting of the commission on the distribution of graduates of the class of 2025 was held at the M. Gabdullin Civil Protection Academy of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The commission meeting was attended by the Vice Minister of Emergency Situations, Major General Kegen Tursynbayev, the Head of the Academy, Colonel Zhumabek Khasenov, and the Head of the Department of Personnel and Educational Work of the Ministry of Emergency Situations Anargul Abueva. At the meeting of the commission on the distribution of graduates of the class of 2025 at the M. Gabdullin Civil Protection Academy, a decision was made to send 173 graduates to the territorial departments of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Of these, 144 cadets are students of the full-time faculty of the academy, and 29 are cadets of specialized higher educational institutions of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia and Belarus. After the meeting, meetings were held with the cadets, Kegen Tursynbayev talked with fourth-year students who will undergo industrial and pre-diploma internships, defend their diplomas and take state exams from February to May. “The knowledge and skills you have acquired at the academy will be the basis for successful work in the emergency situations system. We are confident that each of you will become not only a highly qualified specialist, but also a true defender of your country,” the Vice Minister noted. Also, Anargul Abuyeva, talking with second-year cadets, noted that these are the first girls in the history of the academy. Such changes, including the participation of girls in the educational process, expand opportunities and attract diverse personnel to the Emergency Situations system, speak about. The distribution of graduates to territorial divisions is an important step towards solving the tasks of ensuring security. Each of the cadets will serve in the ranks of civil defense agencies, ensuring the security and stability of our country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/924877

Vice Minister of Emergency Situations, Major General Kegen Tursynbayev, paid a working visit to the Akmola and North Kazakhstan regions and got acquainted with the state of the material and technical base of the M. Gabdullin Civil Defense Academy, as well as the progress of flood prevention measures and the improved working conditions of personnel. During the visit, the Vice Minister visited the academy's training center, held a meeting with cadets and the leadership of the educational institution, discussed current issues and possible ways to solve them. The Vice Minister instructed the specialized departments of the Ministry of Emergency Situations to provide the necessary support to strengthen the material and technical base of the academy. In addition, Kegen Tursynbayev got acquainted with the work of fire stations in the Akmola region, including the station in the village of Krasny Yar, and gave a number of instructions to improve the working conditions of employees. Currently, the fire station in the village of Sadovoye, Zerendy district, is undergoing current repairs. During the visit to the North Kazakhstan region, the process of strengthening protective dams and water networks was reviewed, where active work continues to reduce the risk of flooding. The results of work on strengthening protective dams in the villages of Teplichnoye and Pribrezhnoye in the Kyzylzhar district of Petropavlovsk, and the protective shaft in the village of Bolshaya Malyshka were reviewed. In addition, the Vice Minister got acquainted with the work of the Petropavlovsk and Sergeev water networks, the sites of blasting operations on the Yesil River in the Yesil district, assessed the progress of strengthening and modernization of the first lifting station of Kyzylzhar Su LLP, and visited the SMB group Family LLP enterprise, which produces polypropylene material for the construction of dams. “Our task is to ensure the safest conditions for the work and activities of the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as well as protect the population from possible natural disasters. A number of topical issues related to strengthening the infrastructure, as well as improving the working conditions of our specialists, were studied. "The Ministry of Emergency Situations will continue to support and develop all training and operational units to increase their efficiency and readiness for emergency situations," the Vice Minister noted. At the end of the visit, a number of instructions were given on the further implementation of preventive measures to protect the population and the territory from possible flooding, and the requirements of the Minister of Emergency Situations were conveyed to increase the efficiency of the work of rescuers, improve the material and technical base and working conditions of personnel. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/924932

  In the regions, comprehensive national and regional plans with flood prevention measures are being implemented. Areas and settlements at risk of flooding have been identified. As part of preparations for the flood season, projects aimed at strengthening infrastructure and reducing risks are being actively implemented. The main activities are the construction and strengthening of protective dams and embankments, the installation of drainage canals and ditches, as well as the repair of water supply structures and storm sewer systems.   In Shymkent, 9 kilometers of the Badam River channel and the strengthening of the embankment were carried out in 6 settlements as part of the implementation of the roadmap. More than 34 kilometers of irrigation systems were installed within the framework of the engineering works plan. Emergency workers and specialists from local akimats regularly organize monitoring work in areas with a high risk of flooding. These measures are very important for controlling the water level in rivers and preventing dangerous situations.  In addition, city residents are being given instructions on what to do during a flood, and work is underway to explain the strict observance of safety rules. In order to ensure the safe passage of water, 26 kilometers of canals and 340 kilometers of ditches are being cleaned of garbage and vegetation. The akimat has prepared 10 thousand bags and 18 thousand tons of inert materials for emergency rescue and other urgent work during the flood period.   The working group of the Kostanay region's Emergency Situations Department visited the city of Rudny. During the working trip, a number of objects at risk of flooding were inspected. In the village of Pertsev, the condition of the temporary embankment 1.5 km long and the Sergeevsky bridge built along the village were inspected. In the village of FZO, the channel was additionally expanded with the help of engineering equipment to ensure the unhindered passage of melted snow water. An inspection of equipment that may be used during a flood was organized on the territory of Rudny Su Arnasy LLP.   Rescuers of the Kostanay region continue to monitor the work being carried out on the drainage channel near the village of Novoselovka in the Karasu district. A special duty has been organized to ensure the safety of the channel. Three hydro stations have been installed to monitor the water level. The operational headquarters responsible for monitoring and coordinating the activities is constantly checking the hydro stations and patrolling the area. For a more accurate assessment of the situation, aerial visual surveillance is used using unmanned aerial vehicles, which allows you to quickly detect any changes in the situation from a height. These devices constantly monitor the water level. An aerial drone is also used to monitor the situation, so changes are quickly noticeable. The length of the drainage channel is 14 kilometers. It is planned to expand the channel to increase its carrying capacity.   Active monitoring of flood-prone areas continues in the Kostanay region. The regional emergency response working group continues its working trips to the regions of the region, paying special attention to preparations for spring floods. After cleaning flood-prone areas in the village of Togyzak, Karabalyk district, including culverts, the working group visited hydro stations and sites. In the village of Karabalyk, additional culverts were installed to improve the system's capacity. In addition, work has been completed on creating a ditch system in the village of Togyzak, which will help effectively drain melted snow. In the Fedorov district, the working group got acquainted with the condition of flood-prone areas. Specialists checked the readiness of hydraulic structures and assessed preventive measures aimed at reducing the risk of flooding in settlements.   In Zhambyl region, an inspection of the Talas River was carried out. In order to assess the condition of water bodies and take measures to reduce the risk of flooding, representatives of local executive bodies, emergency response and specialized organizations, and industry organizations participated in this event. During the monitoring, the most dangerous sections of the Talas River were inspected, including the territories of the city of Taraz, Baizak and Zhambyl districts. Work on strengthening the banks was considered and planned. Tasks were given to relevant organizations to protect the population and prevent possible emergencies. Work will continue to monitor the condition of water facilities and implement measures to strengthen them.   In the East Kazakhstan region, the head of the Emergency Situations Department Rashid Blyalov and the regional governor Yermek Kosherbayev, as well as representatives of other interested departments, paid a working visit to the Zaisan district. Due to unusually warm weather, active snowmelt has begun in the region. The akim instructed to clean roads, remove snow and clean the tubing on the roadsides, as well as inspect all water supply structures. The forces of local executive bodies and the district emergency department have been mobilized for flood control measures. Methods of diverting groundwater and meltwater are being successfully used in the region, which allow reducing the risk of spring floods.   “It is planned to update the flood hazard map in East Kazakhstan, which will include each village and develop a detailed algorithm of actions in the event of an emergency,” - noted Rashid Blyalov, head of the EMERCOM of East Kazakhstan.   Preventive measures are being taken to remove snow in the territory of Astana city. To date, more than 3.4 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from settlements since the beginning of winter. Emergency workers conducted more than 10 raids, involving about 500 people.   In Petropavlovsk, 6 events were provided for in accordance with the engineering work plan for flood preparedness, all of which were fully implemented. In the Zarechny settlement and the Podgora microdistrict, work was carried out to strengthen protective embankments and dams with a total length of 6,260 meters. Work is underway to strengthen the slopes of the Uscheva protective dam by laying reinforced concrete slabs. 214 storm sewers were prepared. Reconstruction of the 1st lifting water pumping station of Kyzylzhar Su LLP was carried out.   In 2024, work was carried out to strengthen the coast with a length of 250 km in the Atyrau region. Work is underway to strengthen vulnerable areas of the coast and to construct additional dams and carry out current repairs on the Ural River in the Almaly village district of the Almaly rural district, along the "Saryozek" canal, around the water supply and sewage pumping stations in the Talkairan microdistrict of the Kairchakty rural district and the villages of Talgayran-2, Besikti and Akzhar.   The Zharmukhambet riverbed in the Ili district of the Almaty region was studied. In order to prevent the risk of flooding of houses, work is underway to clean and deepen the riverbed, as well as strengthen the banks.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/924511

During his trip to North Kazakhstan, Senate Speaker Maulen Ashimbayev visited modern enterprises in the region, such as the Nord Panels wood processing plant and the Green North greenhouse complex. The new plant takes the woodworking industry to a new level of development, and the greenhouse provides residents with locally produced vegetables. At the Creative Industry Center, Maulen Ashimbayev talked with the residents of SKO Hub, got acquainted with their initiatives and projects. The meeting with the collective of the dance ensemble "Sensitive" was special: the members of the ensemble demonstrated their creativity, and the project manager Olga Rostovshchikova spoke about the importance of an inclusive approach in the creative development of children.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/924778

The Karaganda regional Tourism Club is recruiting a group to teach active tourism and to train hiking leaders of the first category of difficulty.The training is conducted by experienced instructors. Classes are free. The introductory lesson will take place on January 28 at 18:00.The tourist club also announces the recruitment of a caving training group (traveling and exploring caves). The training is free.The introductory lesson will be held on January 31 at 18:00.If you have any questions, please contact WhatsApp: +7-705-587-24-34.The training will take place at the address: 12 Passazhirskaya Street, Karaganda, first floor (to the right). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/924683