As part of a large-scale gasification project in Astana, access to blue fuel is provided to 14,000 subscribers with coverage of almost 216,000 residents of the capital. The head of the city Energy Department, Nurlan Kupeshov, spoke about the stages of the project implementation, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The construction of gas distribution networks in the capital is divided into three stages. In 2023, the construction of two queues was completed, which made it possible to connect consumers in the districts of Saryarka, Almaty, Yesil and Nura.The construction of gas supply networks to the Turan, Telman, and Yugo-Vostok gas heating stations and to the residential areas of Ilyinka, Telman, Prigorodny, Family Village, Ondiris, and Kirpichny was also completed.16 boilers at thermal power plants and 20 social facilities have been converted to gas. The transfer of social facilities from diesel fuel to gas allowed for budget savings in the amount of 977 million tenge over the past heating season.As part of the third stage, work is planned from 2024 to 2026."As of today, 800 km of gas supply networks, 27 gas distribution points, and 58 cabinet gas distribution points are in operation in the city. Access to gas is provided to 14 thousand subscribers with coverage of almost 216 thousand people. At the same time, the total population subject to gasification is 300 thousand people. More than 12,000 subscribers are connected to the gas," Nurlan Kupeshov said.Starting from January 1, 2025, the gas tariff for individuals was approved in the amount of 38.9 tenge per cubic meter. Estimated gas costs for housing of 100 sq. m. m is 17-20 thousand tenge per month, 120 sq. m. m – 20-25 thousand tenge per month.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922284

Due to the deterioration of weather conditions, classes for students in grades 0-9 of the second shift are switching to a distance learning format, the official website of Astana Akimat reports."The Astana City Education Department informs that on January 22, 2025, due to the deterioration of weather conditions, classes in the city's schools for students in grades 0-9 of the second shift will switch to a distance learning format," the department said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922294

The next city agricultural fair will be held in Astana on January 25-26, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Products from local farmers and producers from various regions of Kazakhstan — Akmola, Abai, East Kazakhstan and Kyzylorda regions - will be presented here. Residents and visitors of the city will be able to buy vegetables and fruits, meat, flour and dairy products, pastries, natural juices, jams, jams and much more.The events will be held in the shopping and entertainment center of the Koktal Shopping and Entertainment Center at 12a Nurgis Tlendiev Avenue.The fair will be open every weekend from 10:00 a.m. to 22:00 p.m.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922345

This year, raids are also being conducted in all six districts of the capital to identify the illegal distribution and use of vapes and vaping. During the month, more than 60 outlets were checked, more than 30 facts of the sale of non-smoking tobacco products were revealed, including clandestine workshops for the production of tobacco, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.Operational preventive measures are carried out by employees of district akimats together with employees of the local police service of the Astana Police Department. The raids cover individual business facilities such as shopping malls and grocery stores.According to the results of the raids, the fact of the sale of nasvai was recorded in the Yesil district. The store owner was brought to justice and fined 25 MCI, which is 98,300 tenge.During the raid measures in the Nur district, preventive explanatory work was carried out in 16 business facilities located in residential complexes of the district. As a result, nasvai and snus were found in two stores. Police officers seized about 20 packs of naswai and 15 packs of snus for a total amount of 12,250 tenge. All violators were prosecuted under article 196 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and a fine of 25 MCI was imposed.Similar work was carried out in the Baikonur district in five business facilities, as a result of a raid at 2 points of sale, they were brought to administrative responsibility in accordance with Article 196 of the Code of Administrative Offenses (CAO) with a fine of 25 monthly calculation indices (MCI), and about 1.5 kg of hay was seized.Four business facilities located in large residential areas were checked in the Almaty district. 1 fact of illegal trade in nasvai and snus was revealed. In addition, preventive discussions were held with the store owners. The guards recalled the strict ban on the sale of non-smoking tobacco products, warning of administrative liability for such violations in accordance with Article 196 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The same check was carried out in the retail outlets of the Saryarka district. During the raids, avenues of the Republic, Pobedy, Goethe, A. Moldagulova, Y.Dukenuly streets, etc. were covered.During the raid, 10 shopping facilities were checked in Saraishyk district, the facts of the sale were revealed and the store owners were brought to administrative responsibility in the form of a fine.Also, during the raids, a preventive conversation was held with owners of small and medium-sized businesses about preventing the sale of non-smoking tobacco products.As a result of the raids, shopkeepers were brought to justice under Article 196 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan and fined 25 MCI or 98,300 tenge.Raids are continuing in all six districts of the capital.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922381

Another raid was conducted in the capital aimed at identifying cases of illegal sale of non-smoking tobacco products, vapes, flavorings and liquids for them. The event was organized by employees of the akimat of Saraishyk district and the Police Department, the official website of the city akimat reports.Law enforcement officers stressed the importance of preventive work among entrepreneurs and emphasized the need to inform shopkeepers and customers about the consequences of violating the ban on the sale of vapes and snus, as well as the dangers of their use."During the inspection, four retail facilities were examined, preventive measures were carried out to sell products prohibited for sale in accordance with current legislation. In case of violations, both criminal and administrative liability are provided," said Aybek Negmetov, district inspector of the Saraishyk district Police Department.Outlets that illegally sell non-smoking tobacco products and vapes may face a fine of 25 MCI or about 98,300 tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922414

A meeting was held in the capital's secondary school No. 101 to improve financial literacy and strengthen the safety of children. The meeting, organized by the City Department of Education and the Department of Economic Investigations, was attended by heads and teachers of educational organizations, the official website of the city Akimat reports.Currently, both adults and children unknowingly become victims of scams. This was announced during the meeting by the head of the Astana City Education Department Kasymkhan Sengaziev."Children actively use the Internet and mobile devices. On the one hand, this opens up new opportunities, but on the other hand, it can expose them to various threats, they can become victims of "droppers", online scams and financial crimes. Therefore, one of the key aspects of ensuring the safety of our students is their awareness and protection in the digital space. In this direction, programs of open extracurricular activities have been developed for students in grades 5-11, which will help prevent risks and develop useful skills," Kasymkhan Sengaziev said.And the head of the investigative department of the Department of Economic Investigations in Astana, Mels Akylbayev, noted that today, unfortunately, the number of young people who succumb to promises of easy earnings, place bets, are addicted to gambling and financial pyramids is growing."Despite the fact that various measures were taken in the country aimed at eliminating the consequences of illegal gambling, citizens were attracted to working underground. Most of the victims of gambling are young people. Therefore, it is important to carry out comprehensive work with the younger generation. Thus, 2,500 deceived citizens got into financial pyramids in the republic, they lost 3 billion tenge. Therefore, it is important for teenagers to listen to what their parents say, and not to chase after easy money," M. Akylbayev said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922434

The Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the Mayor's Office of the capital held a meeting with the staff of the College of Service and Tourism of Astana within the framework of the announced Year of Working Professions. The event was held under the motto "Professional development of youth is the key to a successful future," the official website of the city akimat reports.The main focus of the meeting was on increasing the importance of vocational education and discussing issues related to the role of women in the economy, employment and personal development."The Commission got acquainted with the activities of the college, with its technical equipment. All conditions are created here for studying, as well as for practical exercises. Workshops are available for each specialty. Moreover, we have signed a memorandum between the college and the Commission on Women's Affairs. As part of our cooperation, we have invited representatives of the business community. Thus, students of this college will undergo practical training at enterprises with which contracts have been signed today. Social partners will provide their own platforms for learning and student development. Our commission has established contact with the public and the state institution today," said Karlygash Sarkenova, Secretary of the Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy of Astana.In turn, Saltanat Basygaraeva, the director of the college, informed those present about the work of the college and conducted a tour of the workshops, of which there are at least a dozen.There is a Boitumar club for girls at the college. Here, future housewives knit, embroider and weave jewelry from beads. In between classes, students relax in the coworking center, where they can also prepare for classes. There is a chess club, and for sports enthusiasts there is a gym and a swimming pool. For those who study in the specialty "Hotel business", a workshop with a hotel room and reception has been created so that students can practice their specialty.A catering workshop has been opened for chefs, where they improve their skills on products grown in the college greenhouse. Today, the guests were offered freshly squeezed juice and bread of various types, such as beetroot, pumpkin and carrot.There is a maintenance workshop for future car mechanics, where there are simulators and even a real car to disassemble and assemble all the parts in practice. In the landscape design workshop, students learn how to lay bricks and create beautiful public spaces. To do this, there are all the necessary equipment and tools, and different types of flowers. Future florists and flower growers also have their own competence center. Here they make panels and flower compositions, learn how to work with epoxy resin, gypsum and isolon."Currently, 1,060 students are studying at the college in 10 specialties and 16 qualifications, including 756 students in the specialty "Worker". 537 students, or 49%, study at the college in a dual form. Within its framework, 50 students will master the profession of workers in the specialties "Catering" and "Maintenance, repair and operation of vehicles," said the director of the educational institution.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922661

Another raid was conducted in the Baikonur district of the capital to identify and prevent the illegal sale of tobacco and non-smoking tobacco products, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.During the event, 5 objects located on A. Pushkin and Zh streets were checked. Tarkhan, preventive clarifications have been conducted on the illegal sale of non-smoking tobacco products.As a result of the raid on two points where illegal sales were detected, a fine of 25 monthly calculation indices (MCI) was imposed, the owners were brought to administrative responsibility in accordance with Article 196 of the Code of Administrative Offenses (CAO), and about 1.5 kg of hay was also seized.In order to prevent the use of non-smoking tobacco products, a working group for the city of Astana has been established. Raids in this direction are regularly carried out in all districts of the city.It should be noted that the raids continue in all six districts of the capital.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922664

The capital continues to accept applications from citizens through the online platform "Taza Kazakhstan". Every citizen can voice a problem related to the improvement of the city here. Since the beginning of its work, the system has received over 1,200 applications, more than a thousand of them have been completed, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.Since the start of the chatbot, citizens have left 1,293 applications, 1,129 of them have been completed, and work is underway on the rest.The categories of problematic issues have been identified, and responsible persons have been appointed. The main categories of applications include landscaping, lighting, road repairs, landscaping, and the elimination of unauthorized landfills.In winter, the number of requests increases, as it is required to clear stops more often due to snowmelt. In addition, applications are being received related to the operation of heat supply systems at bus stops. All comments are processed in a timely manner, which minimizes inconveniences for residents.The main advantage of the Taza Kazakhstan portal is fast and transparent feedback from residents.Active contact is being established with the residents, their comments and suggestions are being taken into account.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922927

Due to the worsening weather conditions, on January 23, students of all grades of the first shift of the city's schools, as well as 1-2 college courses, will study online, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports."Due to the deterioration of weather conditions on January 23, 2025, students of grades 0-11 (12) and students of 1-2 courses of colleges (based on grade 9) The first shift is switching to a distance learning format," the Astana Education Department reported.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/922938

The STOP Drug! project is aimed at actively involving civil society in countering the spread of drugs and provides for the payment of monetary rewards to persons who provide reliable information about drug violations.In January of this year, the first signal was received about the fact of drug distribution. According to the results of the measures carried out, a citizen was identified who had more than 60 grams of synthetic drugs seized, which, based on the conclusion of a forensic chemical examination, are the psychotropic substance α-pyrrolidine valerophenone (α-PVP).The malefactor was detained and placed in a temporary detention facility.For the information received, the reporting person received a monetary incentive in the amount of 305 thousand tenge.The pilot project is being implemented on the basis of a 4-party Memorandum concluded between the Prosecutor's Office, the Police Department, the Akimat of the region and the Paryz Foundation in accordance with the norms of the current legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan.We invite residents and guests of the East Kazakhstan region! If you have become aware of cases of drug distribution, please let us know by phone: 8-771-659-53-22 or on channel 102Confidentiality and security of applicants are guaranteed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/922627

In order to implement paragraph 16 of the legal explanatory work plan for 2024-2026, the Ministry of Justice has developed the Handbook "100 questions-100 Answers".The handbook contains answers to topical issues related to the protection of human rights and the rights of entrepreneurs, and is intended for use in explanatory work aimed at improving the legal literacy of the population and entrepreneurs.Link to the document:The reference book "100 questions – 100 answers"Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/922646

This year, the country has been declared the "Year of working professions" and is aimed at emphasizing the role of every working person in society. In this regard, today the staff of the Center" uly Dala Eli " paid tribute to the people who ensure the cleanliness of the city. In the winter air, arguing with the dawn, they offered warm tea and sweets to the cleaning staff, who began to work.– The purpose of this event is to thank the people who work hard for the cleanliness of our city and give them a moment of joy. We also provided support and organized them as an assessment of their work. Because their work is very important for society. Each of us must be respected, – says the head of the institution Gulzhanat Dyusenbayeva.It should be noted that such good events, which are of particular importance in supporting working people, will continue. Even simple sympathy will serve to further assess their merits.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922676

This was announced by the head of the administrative Police Department of the Turkestan Region Police Department Kanat Rakishev."In order to prevent various accidents in the winter period, temporary posts have been set up in Turkestan region to stop traffic. Of these, 5 stations were installed on the roads of national significance, 28 employees and 8 official cars were involved. At the same time, 2 stations were installed on the roads of regional significance, 8 employees and 4 official cars were involved. Since January 21, employees of the Police Department and the Department of emergency situations of the Turkestan region have been working around the clock on the Shymkent–Taraz highway with the Republican manyzy. In addition, the roads in the direction of Taraz are currently completely closed. In particular, 28 police officers are working to close the roads on internal roads in Mashat, Shakpak Baba pass, Tulkubas and Sairam districts. In addition, internal roads in Baidibek and Sozak districts are blocked. We urge residents to refrain from long - distance travel by car until the weather improves," Kanat Zhumakhanovich said.According to the head of the Department of Emergency Prevention of the Regional Department of Emergency Situations Nurlybek Rakhimberdiyev, who took part in the briefing, 40 units of equipment were involved in road accidents. In addition, 192 units of equipment are working to clear roads from snow."Currently, due to the deterioration of weather conditions, 2 people were rescued from 3 trucks stuck on the roads in Sozak District, 7 people from 2 cars stuck on the roads in Tolebi district. Today, there are 2 Highway medical and rescue points on the territory of the region, which are used if necessary. At the same time, 11 stationary heating points were prepared, 8 mobile heating points were created on the basis of shift buses," Nurlybek Sherakhmetovich said.At the same time, deputy head of the State Fire Control Department of the regional emergency department, captain of civil protection Zhasulan Ainabek, said that this year there were 22 fires in the region. There are no deaths or injuries among them. During the heating season in 2024-2025, 134 fires have been registered in residential buildings to date, 3 people have been injured and 1 person has died. Since the beginning of 2025, no cases of toxic gas poisoning have been reported.Regional communications service of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922934

Doctors of the Turkestan regional children's hospital exchanged experience in complex operations on maxillofacial surgery.The operations were held with the participation of the chief freelance pediatric maxillofacial surgeon of the Ministry of health of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ruslan Xia-Tun-chin and Surgeons of the hospital. On the basis of the hospital, with the participation of a high surgeon, three children were operated on for congenital defects by maxillofacial surgery.According to doctors, the complex operations were successful. Children who have undergone maxillofacial surgery after the operation are under the supervision of doctors in a medical organization.It should be noted that doctors of the regional children's hospital provide assistance to patients with complex diseases and injuries of the maxillofacial bones. 560 such operations are performed in the center per year.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922935

Beijing, January 22, 2025-Kazakhstan and China held inter-foreign consultations, as well as the 13th meeting of the subcommittee on security cooperation. The Kazakh delegation was headed by Deputy Minister of foreign affairs of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev, and the Chinese delegation was headed by Assistant Minister of foreign affairs of China Liu Bin.During the political consultations, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation, considered the progress of the implementation of the agreements reached at the highest and highest levels.Particular attention was paid to the importance of joint efforts to strengthen trade and economic, transport and transit, cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as to increase Kazakhstan's non-primary exports to China.The parties discussed upcoming events, including mutual visits planned this year.At the meeting of the subcommittee on security cooperation, the parties exchanged views on ensuring regional and international security. The participants of the meeting got acquainted with the results of the work done since the previous meeting in November 2023.Following the results of the events, the parties signed the minutes of the 13th meeting of the subcommittee, developed joint proposals for further deepening cooperation and confirmed their commitment to strengthening the eternal comprehensive strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and China. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/922945

Construction and major repairs of educational and healthcare facilities are underway in the Turkestan region. At the meeting, chaired by Deputy Akim of the region Beysenbai Tazhibayev, the progress of the construction of educational, health and social facilities was discussed, as well as tasks for the future were set. The deputy akim of the region instructed the responsible persons to fulfill their obligations efficiently.– In his Message, the President set the task of modernizing 1,300 schools across the country. Within the framework of this project, 115 schools are included in the region. In accordance with the instruction, major and ongoing repairs of the buildings of these schools will be carried out in 2025-2027. This year, it is planned to carry out current and major repairs in 41 schools in the region. As you know, last year the construction of 50 schools began in the region at the expense of the budget, 26 of which were put into operation. The construction of the remaining 24 schools should be completed this year according to the approved schedule and completed by August. In addition, several more schools are planned to be built this year. All construction works must be under control and completed on time and in accordance with the requirements," Beysenbai Dauletuly said.According to Zhandos Nurpeisov, Deputy head of the Turkestan region's education department, 1,082 secondary educational institutions operate in the region, with 554,753 students. Of these, 791 schools are located in standard buildings, 124 in adapted ones. Currently, there is a need in the region to build 24 schools for 5,800 places at the expense of the budget. It is also planned to build 17 schools with 7,200 places as part of a public-private partnership. In total, 41 schools with 12,000 places will be built in 2025-2027. Currently, 26 schools that require major repairs in 2025 are included in the renovation program, of which 3 will be repaired under the Auyl – El Besigi program, and funding from the regional budget is provided for 23 schools.Of the 1,279 state educational institutions in the region, 43 are connected to a centralized heating system, and 1,236 are heated by autonomous boilers. Last year, 107 educational institutions were connected to natural gas. These works were carried out at the expense of saved funds in the field of education. This year, similar work will be carried out in 100 more schools, and the saved funds will also be used for these purposes.In his next speech, Deputy head of the regional health department Nursultan Kenzhebayev said that 55 medical facilities were commissioned in the region last year. Currently, the need for 58 worn-out facilities has been identified. This year, it is planned to conduct a survey of these facilities and, depending on their importance, solve the problems of 25 facilities by purchasing ready-made buildings. A list of facilities that require new construction in the first place will also be formed and implemented. In addition, it is planned to carry out major repairs of 4 medical facilities this year.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922683

Many programs aimed at improving the quality of education are being implemented in our country, including projects focused on the development of additional education. Thanks to such opportunities, young entrepreneurs realize their dreams and start initiatives that are useful to society.One of these initiatives is the project of Natalia Sushchenko, a mother with many children. With the support of the state, she opened a center for additional education and provides educational services to teenagers.In 2024, a resident of the village of Badam in Ordabasi district received a non-refundable state grant in the amount of 1 million 476 thousand 800 tenge and started her own business. Currently, the center has 18 students who have the opportunity to develop their talents and abilities.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922685

The Raimbek Seitmetov Musical and Drama Theater from Turkestan, as well as the Tarlan musical and instrumental ensemble and the Bi-Sultan Dance ensemble of the H.A. Yasavi International Kazakh-Turkish University perform in several cities of India. The Indian public admires Kazakh art and culture, warmly welcoming the artists. The Indian media is actively writing about it and spreading it.It should be noted that from January 18 to 28, tour performances aimed at popularizing the culture and art of Kazakhstan are planned. For ten days, the Tarlan and Bi-Sultan ensembles, created at the Raimbek Seitmetov Theater and H.A. Yasavi University, present their skills on the Indian stage.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922686

The main goal of the Auyl Amanaty project is to increase the incomes of the population in rural areas. The program was launched in pilot mode in 2023 and has already proved its effectiveness.This year, it is planned to finance 749 projects in 62 rural districts within the framework of the project in the Turkestan region. This will create 1,185 permanent jobs, and about 100 families will get rid of the need to receive targeted social assistance.These issues were discussed in detail at a video conference with the participation of akims of districts and cities. Deputy Akim of the region Nurbol Turashbekov stressed that when determining the areas of financing, it is important to take into account the specifics of each region.During the year, according to the Auyl Amanaty program, it is planned to implement: 195 projects in the field of crop production, 175 in the field of livestock, 108 in the field of poultry, 71 in the field of fisheries, 62 for equipping cooperatives with equipment, 138 for starting their own business.Chairman of the Management Board of Turkestan JSC Fayzulla Baydullayev stressed the importance of opening production parks in districts and cities and shared plans for 2025.At the meeting, Akim of Tolebi district Yerkegali Alimkulov raised issues related to the return of unused lands to state ownership and called for accelerated measures by the relevant authorities. Akim of the Sozak district Mukhit Turusbekov asked questions about the projects proposed by the districts and discussed them with responsible specialists.The deputy akim of the region noted the importance of opening enterprises for processing products in the regions and instructed the akims of districts and cities to strengthen work in this direction by coordinating plans with relevant departments.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/922696