From 4 a.m. on December 8, snow began to fall in Almaty, which is expected until 22 o'clock.609 units of special equipment and 1,280 road workers are involved in the daytime period.Since the beginning of precipitation, 159 sand spreaders have been treating roads with anti-icing materials. As of 10:00 a.m., 1,480 tons have been used.With the help of 64 units of small-sized equipment, work is underway to clean sidewalks, public transport stops, and public areas.According to the Rules of landscaping of the territory of Almaty, snow is raked after every 5 cm of freshly fallen snow. According to Kazhydromet, 4 cm of snow fell in the city before 9:30 a.m.After a sharp increase in the intensity of snowfall, from 09:30 hours, 18 columns were organized to rake snow from the roadway.After shoveling snow to the roadsides, according to the technology of work, shafts will be formed and mass snow removal will be organized.After the end of the snowfall, a complete snow removal of the curb part of roads, sidewalks, ramps will be carried out.The district akimats and the akimat of the city have organized a round-the-clock duty to control the production of snow removal works.According to the information of RSE "Kazhydromet", snow is sometimes falling this afternoon with a transition to heavy, which will end before 22 o'clock.The air temperature is -3...-5°With a further decrease to -11...-13 °C during the night period on December 9. No significant precipitation at night.On December 9, there is no precipitation, the air temperature is -6...-8 °C. Department of Municipal Infrastructure DevelopmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/898520

At the extraordinary XXV session, the deputies of the Maslikhat supported and approved the budget of the city of Almaty for 2025-2027. The session was attended by Mayor of the city Yerbolat Dosayev, deputies and heads of local executive bodies.The head of the megalopolis, Yerbolat Dosayev, noted that the draft budget is focused on fulfilling the instructions of the Head of State and implementing the priorities of the Development Program and the General Plan of the city."The 2025 budget reflects the sustainable development of Almaty as a benchmark for the whole country. It is aimed at creating a modern and comfortable city where every resident can feel improvements in their daily lives. This is an example of how the joint work of Maslikhat and Akimat makes it possible to effectively solve key tasks," Yerbolat Dosayev stressed.Thus, the budget of Almaty for 2025 is planned at the level of 2 trillion 177 billion tenge, which is twice as high as at the beginning of 2022 (1 trillion 70 billion tenge). The main areas of financing include the development of transport and engineering infrastructure, the implementation of social programs, as well as measures to improve the environmental situation in the city. The social sphere retains priority and increases by 15% (110.6 billion tenge), amounting to 851.9 billion tenge, or 39.1% of the total budget.The budget focuses on development projects. The volume of the development budget is increasing by more than 2.2 times — from 207 billion tenge in 2022 to 455.9 billion tenge in 2025. This will allow launching major projects to modernize road and engineering infrastructure, improve the city and improve the urban environment. In addition, the active implementation of the Taza Kazakhstan program aimed at landscaping and greening the metropolis continues.The key factor in the development of Almaty's economy remains small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), which form more than 60% of the city's GRP. It is planned to allocate 71 billion tenge to support entrepreneurship in 2025, which will ensure the development of more than 4 thousand new projects. By 2030, the contribution of SMEs to the city's economy should reach 70%.During the session, the deputies also adopted an adjusted Development Plan for the city of Almaty for 2021-2025. The changes were made in connection with synchronization with the new National Development Plan of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2029. The updated plan provides for areas such as a comfortable urban environment, sustainable economic growth, green Almaty, urbanization management, security and the development of digital technologies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/898524

02.12.Zhambyl regionNurzhan Nurzhigitov got acquainted with the implementation of several major projects in Zhambyl region. A pumping station is being built in the village of Kainar, which should provide water to 3,800 hectares of cultivated areas of the Kordai district. At the Tasotkel reservoir, the minister got acquainted with the results of the reconstruction of the facility. As of today, excavation and concrete work, well cleaning, canal repair, installation of warning systems and video surveillance have been fully completed.02.12.Turkestan regionNurzhan Nurzhigitov met with residents of the Moyinkum district of Zhambyl region and residents of the Sozak district of Turkestan region and discussed with them the issues of water distribution of the Shu River. Representatives of the Shu-Talas basin Inspection reported that the discharge of water from the Tasotkel reservoir has begun. It is expected that this water in the required volume will reach the Sozak district in February.04.12.Saudi ArabiaAt the One Water Summit, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation signed a memorandum of cooperation with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The memorandum provides for the exchange of experience and best practices in water resources management, flood and drought risk management, irrigation efficiency improvement, as well as digitalization of accounting and monitoring of water resources.04.12.Saudi ArabiaThe Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, the French Development Agency (AFD) and the Bureau of Geological and Mining Research of France (BRGM) signed a trilateral cooperation agreement. The agreement provides for the allocation of a grant in the amount of 1.35 million euros for the development of water resources management of Lake Balkhash.04.12.Saud ArabiyasKazakhstan will join the global Freshwater Challenge program aimed at preserving ecosystems. As part of this program, it is planned to restore the Aksuat lake system in the Naurzum Nature Reserve. Our country also intends to ratify the UN Protocol on Water and Health.03.12.AstanaAmbassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Netherlands to Kazakhstan Niko Schermers shared his opinion on the work of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation in terms of flood relief. Separately, the Ambassador focused on the interaction between the two countries in flood forecasting and flood prevention.Earlier, experts from the Netherlands held seminars on flood risk management in Astana within the framework of a memorandum between the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and the Delft Institute of Water Education (IHE Delft).03.12.WKOThe branch of Kazvodkhoz in the West Kazakhstan region transferred the Chagan reservoir and the reservoirs "Sholakankata", "Sulusai" and "Embulatovka" to the winter mode of operation. For the safe passage of the flood and the release of free tanks, water was discharged from these reservoirs.04.12.East Kazakhstan RegionThe branch of Kazvodkhoz in the East Kazakhstan region has completed current repairs at 3 reservoirs and 11 waterworks. To improve the safety and reliability of facilities during the flood period, equipment was upgraded and structures were strengthened.05.12.Karaganda regionMore than 17 thousand hectares of acreage were provided by the branch of Kazvodkhoz "K. Satpayev Canal" in Karaganda and Pavlodar regions. This is 1,900 hectares more than last year.important: This year, the branch signed contracts for the supply of irrigation water with 37 farms. Today, most farms use modern moisture-saving sprinkler systems.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/898468

Since the beginning of the year, according to the results of inspections conducted by the Internal Audit Department of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, 29 persons have been brought to administrative responsibility.This work is carried out to combat the "shadow" water market and illegal activities in the water sector, as well as to ensure order and transparency. It should be noted that on behalf of the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, the Internal Audit Department conducted an audit of 11 institutions in 9 months.Thus, during the inspection of the Kazvodkhoz branch in the Zhambyl region, about 10 facts of illegal use of water and violations in concluding contracts with farmers for the supply of irrigation water were revealed. As a result of the audit, the director of the branch and the head of the Asa production site were relieved of their posts. And the deputy director of the branch and the heads of the Kordai, Baizak and Merken production sites were brought to disciplinary responsibility in the form of a strict reprimand."Materials on all violations identified as a result of the audit have been sent to the Prosecutor General's Office. Recommendations and instructions were also given to the structural divisions and departments of the Ministry," said Galymzhan Moldash, Director of the Internal Audit Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/898473

Congratulations to our talented athlete Shavkat Rakhmonov on a brilliant victory in the UFC over Irishman Ian Garry!With his skill and perseverance, Shavkat has already won his 19th victory, once again meeting the expectations of coaches and loyal fans. This success proved once again that Kazakhstani athletes are worthy of world recognition.We wish you further bright victories, good health, support of your loved ones and successful winning of the champion title! We are proud of you and your achievements!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/898436

A large-scale family event, which has become the main platform for popularizing agriculture, promoting ecological culture and supporting farmers, is taking place in the Saryarka shopping center.The socially significant project brought together farmers, experts, youth and families with children, creating a unique space for communication, learning and inspiration.The mission of the festival is the revival of agricultural Kazakhstan through the popularization of agriculture as a prestigious and promising industry, support for farmers and the development of a culture of conscious consumption of natural products.In total, more than 5,000 guests participate in the festival, including representatives of large companies, farmers, and residents of the capital. This event is supported by the international SlowFood movement.There are unique master classes from farmers and experts, such as cheese making, floristry, greenhouses, lectures on healthy nutrition and ecology, guests of the festival talk about the history of agriculture, nomadism, national cuisine and its benefits.Natural products from the best producers of farm and natural products of Kazakhstan, cooking shows, contests and interactive activities for children, thematic photo zones and ethnic performances are presented here.Within the framework of the festival, a republican competition of research projects on the organization of greenhouse activities among schoolchildren of grades 7-11 is being held.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/898424

A small sports complex for children has been opened in Tarbagatai village of Ayagoz district on the initiative of the Batyr Bolamyn Foundation and with the support of the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Foundation. This complex is one of the major projects aimed at the development of sports in remote villages.To date, the Batyr Bolamyn Foundation has opened more than 70 gyms, providing children from large and socially vulnerable families with the opportunity to engage in sports such as boxing, Kazakh wrestling, judo, basketball, chess and togyzkumalak for free. It is also provided with sports equipment, creating conditions for physical education for rural children.The opening ceremony of the sports complex was attended by the president of the Batyr Bolamyn Foundation Ernur Sabikenuly, Deputy akim of Ayagoz district Yerlan Moldashev and villagers. During the event, the fund's management was traditionally presented with chapan and expressed gratitude for the support provided.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/898413

The 10th Asia-Pacific Games among athletes with hearing Impairment have ended in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. These prestigious competitions brought together more than 1,300 participants from 24 countries. They compete in 10 sports: athletics, taekwondo, judo, freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, table tennis, badminton, chess, bowling and football. The national team of Kazakhstan is represented by 80 deaf athletes who will take part in 8 sports: athletics, tekwondo, judo, freestyle wrestling, Greco-Roman wrestling, badminton, chess and table tennis.Among them, athletes from the Abai region showed outstanding results, winning prizes and glorifying the country. So, Altynbek Kaketaev became a judo champion, winning gold in the weight category up to 60 kg. Ayim Zhetpisbayeva brought Kazakhstan a silver medal in the weight up to 48 kg. In taekwondo competitions, Ayim Zhenisbekova won bronze in the category up to 57 kg.Recall that the national team of Kazakhstan has been participating in the Asia-Pacific Games since 1996. The athletes have completed training camps in Bishkek, Issyk-Kul, Karaganda, Shymkent, Almaty and Almaty region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/898412

Over the past night, the municipal services of the capital took about 7 thousand cubic meters of snow to snow ranges, the official website of the Mayor's Office of Astana reports.On December 7, almost 2 thousand road workers and more than 1.2 thousand units of special equipment left the streets of the city to clean snow and ice.During the night from December 6-7, almost 7 thousand cubic meters of snow were transported to the snow ranges by 827 flights of heavy trucks.In total, about 861 thousand cubic meters of snow have been exported from the city by 67,753 flights since the beginning of the winter period.According to the rules, first of all, areas with very heavy traffic are cleared in the city so that there is no congestion on the roads. Also, areas with medium intensity are removed from snow — squares, station areas, sidewalks, access roads to social facilities, etc.The priority is cleaning on central streets, on passenger transport routes, bus stops and sidewalks.There are several equipped snow ranges in the capital. They are equipped with a system for reading license plates of dump trucks, video surveillance cameras are installed here, lighting is connected.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, observe safety rules, and refrain from long-distance trips in case of a storm warning.In case of an emergency, call 112.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/898360

As part of the large-scale eco-action "Taza Kazakhstan. Astana - an example of cleanliness and order" inclusive children's shadow theater "Lampa A" showed the young audience the play "Taza Kazakhstan", staged based on the fairy tale "Teremok", the official website of the Mayor's Office of Astana reports.The action takes place in a forest where a lot of garbage suddenly appeared. Young viewers helped the actors solve the environmental problem and find the answer to interesting questions.The production was dedicated to the project "Taza Kazakhstan", which demonstrated to children and their parents the need to take care of the world around them."The idea of our performance was identical to the project "Taza Kazakhstan". Based on the fairy tale, the children were able to understand that order is an important part of their environment. During the performance, children used and developed the possibilities of their imagination, parents, in turn, were able to pay attention, enjoy the performance and relax with their children," said Alua Barmankulova, director of the Lampa A children's center.The metropolitan children's theater "Lampa A" conducts such performances on a regular basis.The campaign "Taza Kazakhstan" continues in Astana. Astana is a model of cleanliness and order."As part of the eco-action, the city is carrying out sanitary cleaning of the city, storm and sewer networks, cleaning of streets, sidewalks, inner-block territories, public spaces and courtyards.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/898374

The republican Shinkiokushinkai karate tournament dedicated to Independence Day is being held in Astana at the Aspan sports complex, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.On the first day of the competition, which will last 2 days, participants will compete in the "kata" program, demonstrating the theoretical foundations of karate, and on the second day -in the "kumite" program."This tournament has been held for the second year in a row. Since this sport is only developing, 120 participants from 9 regions came. For comparison, this is a good indicator. Today, the winners of the kata competition will be determined by the accurate display of basic elements by athletes of different categories. The peculiarity is that some people who do not want to join the fight, and older citizens can only engage in this area. For example, our 44-year-old participant competes with young people and participates in competitions within the country," said Maxim Vavil, the chief judge of the republican tournament.Prizes in the age categories from 8 years and older from the cities of Astana, Almaty, Kostanay, Ulytau, West Kazakhstan, East Kazakhstan, Akmola and Abai regions are awarded in the republican competitions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/898379

It is now possible to cross the border with China on foot through the Bakhta border post in our region. This will not only strengthen ties between the two countries and create convenient conditions for travelers, but also open up new opportunities to increase trade turnover.The opening ceremony was attended by Akim of the Makanshi district Dauren Koigeldin, Head of the State Revenue Department for the Abai region Ruslan Daniyarov, Head of the Department of the Border Service of the National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the Abai region Colonel Askhat Akhmetov. On the Chinese side, the event was attended by official representatives of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.Until the completion of work on the modernization of terminals at the Bakhta post, tourists will cross the border in accordance with the established procedure in accordance with current legislation.Passengers are also allowed to carry up to 25 kg of cargo once a month. It should be noted that it is possible to cross the border only in vehicles that have a special permit for international passenger transportation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/898381

Akim of the region Abai Nurlan Urankhaev met with residents of the Vodny settlement. During the meeting, issues related to the development of the village, including public utilities, education, healthcare and onomastics, were discussed.At the moment, more than 4 thousand people live in the village in 1,550 private houses. Previously, there was no centralized water supply in the village. At last year's meeting of the mayor with the residents, this issue was raised, and the head of the region gave appropriate instructions to the responsible authorities. Based on these instructions, the project "Construction of water supply networks in Voskhod and Vodny settlements of Semey" was developed. Construction began in August 2023 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of this year. The contractor is AKM Invest Group LLP.The contractor laid 39 km of water supply networks, installed 23 fire hydrants and brought the water supply to the borders of each house. 576 wells were installed. In addition, an additional 70 houses in the village are currently connected to the water supply network.Sunrise and 50 houses in the villageVodny, Secondary school No. 34 and NEA village.Sunrise brought water supply networks not included in the project. In the Vodny settlement, construction and installation work has been completed completely. The water supply networks have been flushed and disinfected. Currently, similar work is underway on the water supply networks of the Voskhod settlement."Topical issues of all districts of the city are important to us. It is impossible to solve them fundamentally and in a short time. Nevertheless, we are gradually coping with each of them. I am aware of the issues you have raised. The problem with centralized water supply, which has remained unresolved for many years, will be solved in the near future. Works on public transport, lighting, and road repairs are also not ignored. We will continue to implement the planned activities in stages," the governor of the region said.The installation of 70 poles and lanterns has been completed in the village of Voskhod. In particular, lighting was installed on Rudnaya, Almaznaya, Novaya streets, as well as along the Ozerskaya highway from the school to the pedestrian crossing, from the crossing to the final stop.It is planned to install 75 poles with lamps in the Vodny settlement, the work is expected to be completed by December 20.In addition, 164 lamps were replaced on Ust-Kamenogorsk, Semipalatinsk and Republican streets. In 2025, it is planned to replace the supports and the power supply cable leading to the houses in the Vodny suburban area.There are 24 streets in Vodny and Voskhod settlements. In 2024, work was carried out on the streets of Semipalatinsk and Geodesic on profiling roads with the addition of crushed stone and sand-gravel mixtures, the total length of which was 2.2 km. In 2025, asphalting of the roadway is planned on these streets of the village. Asphalting is also planned along Predgornaya Street, the length of which is 1.6 km. At the moment, the project is undergoing departmental expertise to carry out medium road repairs. After receiving the conclusion, competitive public procurement procedures will be conducted to determine the contractor.Grading works with the addition of inert material on at least four streets are planned in 2025. Also, at the request of the residents of the village, in 2025, work will be carried out on the arrangement of sidewalks on the site from the terminus to school No. 34.In addition, according to the residents of the village, 12 old bus pavilions were replaced with new closed-type pavilions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/898377

Akim of the region Nurlan Urankhaev visited several social facilities of the Karagaily microdistrict and monitored the progress of construction work. At the moment, a new block-modular boiler unit is being built in the microdistrict to ensure timely commissioning of residential buildings and social facilities, as well as to prevent heat shortages. The boiler house with a capacity of 21.5 Gcal per hour is being built at the expense of KAZENERGOMASH-T LLP. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of the year.To date, work is underway on the installation of equipment and pipes, as well as on structures. Pumping and lifting station No. 3 has already been put into operation, which has allowed increasing the capacity of the cooling system and providing heat to new facilities.The construction of a new school for 1,200 students is nearing completion. The educational institution is being built within the framework of the national project "Comfortable School" and is designed to solve the problem of lack of places in schools in this area. According to the representative of the contracting company, at the same time as the internal work, external work is being carried out, engineering and electrical networks are being laid, and the building is being lined.The contractor plans to complete the construction by the end of the year, and in January to begin installing the necessary furniture and equipment.The head of the region instructed the contractors to complete the construction work efficiently and on time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/898378

The event brought together scientists and specialists from around the world to discuss the future of cultural cooperation and the sharing of archaeological and historical data.Within the framework of the seminar, plenary sessions were held, at which scientists from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Mongolia, Iran, Turkmenistan, Israel and Russia made presentations.Representatives from Kazakhstan spoke about the cultural complex of early nomads found in the Sarytogai gorge, based on the results of many years of research by the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "Esik".Special attention was paid to the preparation of a documentary about the joint work of the Rahat Monument, the Esik Museum-Reserve and the Shaanxi Archaeological Institute.The visit was an important step in strengthening scientific and cultural cooperation and creating new joint projects in the field of archaeology and museum business. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/898373

The final meeting of the competition commission for the award of the Tauelsizdik Urpaktary grant was held.It should be noted that the Tauelsizdik Urpaktary grant is awarded annually on behalf of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and is an effective tool for identifying talented youth.As a result, the commission selected 30 projects with the highest scores in 6 areas.The grant award ceremony will be held on the Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Astana. The winners will receive financial support from the state in the amount of 3 million tenge for the implementation of their projects.We would like to add that this year applications were accepted from August 5 to October 6. In total, 1,284 applications were received. Of these, 897 were accepted. Including 495 in the field of Business, 62 in Science, 107 in Culture, 94 in Information Technology, 66 in Media and 73 in Volunteering.Holders of the "Tauelsizdik urpaktary" grant in 2024 Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/898375

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A solemn ceremony of swearing in young soldiers took place at the Aktau garrison on the military parade ground of the air defense brigade.The solemn event was attended by Deputy of the Mazhilis of Parliament Natalia Dementieva, veterans of the Armed Forces, the Afghan war, brigade commanders of the garrison, representatives of the committee of soldiers' mothers, relatives and friends of soldiers.The soldiers, who were called up this fall from Zhambyl, Kyzylorda, Aktobe, Atyrau and Mangistau regions, swore to protect the Homeland and the state interests of independent Kazakhstan.The brigade commander, Lieutenant Colonel Marat Kudabayev, stressed the importance of taking the oath for each serviceman.– The military oath is the inviolable law of the defender of the Fatherland. With its adoption, you undertake to study military affairs in good faith and endure the difficulties of service with fortitude. This is a man's job, and it will do you good, harden your character and strengthen your body. I wish you perseverance and success on this path," he said.Before taking the oath, the soldiers took the course of a young fighter. They got acquainted with the history and traditions of the military unit, studied the tactical and technical characteristics of weapons and equipment, the basics of state-legal, combat and fire training.Deputy Natalia Dementieva heartily congratulated her son and his colleagues, who took upon themselves the sacred obligation to protect the Motherland, on this significant event. She wished them patience, courage and fortitude. The young soldiers were also admonished by veterans, public figures and parents.Demonstrations with elements of hand-to-hand combat and a fashion show with weapons were also organized for the guests of the unit. Then there was a tour of the military unit with a display of samples of weapons and military equipment, classrooms, barracks and a canteen.The parents were able to familiarize themselves with the conditions of service of their sons, get answers to their questions and contact details of the command. On this day, the soldiers went on their first leave. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/898364

The Ministry of Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that as a result of discussions with telecom operators, they agreed to maintain the current level of tariffs for communication services until the end of 2024.The Ministry's initiative is aimed at supporting citizens and businesses for whom stable cost of communication is an important condition for the availability of digital services. The operators expressed their willingness to meet government efforts and fix the current tariffs, despite the economic challenges."Communication is the foundation of everyday life, work and learning. Maintaining stable tariffs for communication services demonstrates our commitment to the interests of citizens and support for socially significant initiatives," the Ministry stressed.The Ministry will continue to closely monitor compliance with obligations and take steps to further develop the country's telecommunications infrastructure. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/898361

The sports cluster of the Zhetisu region has been replenished with another modern facility – the first Table tennis Center in the region, built at the expense of a private investor, was opened in Taldykorgan. Akim of the region Beibit Isabayev, Vice-president of the Table Tennis Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan Elsiyar Kanagatov, bronze champion of the Olympic Games in Atlanta Maulen Mamyrov, winner of the first Kazakhstan Barysy tournament Ulan Ryskul, sports veterans, the public, residents and guests of the city took part in the opening ceremony of an important facility for the development of mass sports.the service of the akim of the Zhetisu region.Speaking with a welcoming speech, Beibit Isabayev briefly dwelled on the ongoing events for the development of sports in the region and expressed confidence that the new facility put into operation will make a significant contribution to the sports education of young people:- In the current Address, the Head of State noted that without the development of mass sports, it is impossible to achieve the goal of educating healthy youth and strengthening the health of the entire nation. In this regard, special attention is paid to the construction of sports facilities, the creation of conditions for the comprehensive development of children and adolescents involved in sports. At the same time, it is encouraging that not only the state, but also entrepreneurs and patrons are involved in the development of sports infrastructure," B. Issabayev said, expressing gratitude to the Zhetisu Koldau Public Foundation for its great contribution to the development of sports in the region.As the head of the region stressed, the facility, which is important for the development of mass sports, meets international requirements and standards. It has the opportunity to hold competitions of any level. All conditions have been created for athletes with special needs.Vice-President of the Table Tennis Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan Elsiyar Kanagatov, who arrived at the opening of the sports facility, addressed his congratulations to the audience.- The center, which opens today in Taldykorgan, is the 11th table tennis center in the country. In general, more than 245 thousand people are engaged in this sport in Kazakhstan. After commissioning such a modern facility, it is important to open a table tennis club here and, by attracting strong coaches, contribute to the education of young talented athletes. Once again, I congratulate the residents of the region on the opening of a modern Table tennis Center! Let's develop this sport together and raise future champions," Kanagatov said.By the way, 613 students are currently studying at the regional specialized youth school for board games and sports tourism, 131 of them are engaged in table tennis. There are 24 coaches working. This Youth Sports school will now be located on the basis of the Table Tennis Center opened today.The ceremony of cutting the symbolic ribbon marked the beginning of the work of the sports facility, and everyone could get acquainted with its internal arrangement.The two-storey building with a total area of 2,193 square meters has a table tennis hall, which houses 12 tables with the possibility of increasing their number and a grandstand for 250 seats. There is also a hall for board games, including chess and togyzkumalak. In addition, the center has a gym, massage room, adapted showers and bathrooms and other necessary administrative and household facilities. The total cost is 1.3 billion tenge of investment funds. - Previously, the existing regional school for board games and sports tourism, located in Taldykorgan, was located in a rented building. Now we will have our own Table Tennis Center. Thanks to this, at a convenient time, in comfortable conditions, our athletes and amateurs will be able to practice table tennis, play chess or togyzkumalak, not worry about equipment and organization of competitions. The center has a modern material and technical base that meets international requirements. All this together contributes to the development of mass sports and the improvement of sports achievements," said Nurlan Dyusenbinov, Senior table tennis coach of the Zhetisu region.Young athletes also shared their impressions.- I practice table tennis by attending a section in the Koksu district. I've been doing this sport for a year, I really like it, I want to continue to practice professionally. Therefore, I am glad to open this Table Tennis Center in Taldykorgan, especially not far from our district," said Zangar Algabek.But Eva Ryzhova from Taldykorgan has been playing table tennis for 3 years and also intends to achieve high achievements in this sport.- My dad signed me up for the table tennis section at my request. It took a lot of patience and perseverance to master the game of table tennis. For about a year I had to study hard, I started literally from the very basics, and then I began to win competitions. I think this new Table Tennis Center will help many talented children express themselves and develop their abilities, and I am very glad to open it," she said.In total, 11,592 residents, including young people, are engaged in table tennis in 233 sections of the Zhetisu region on a regular basis. Special sections have been established in Alakol, Aksu, Eskeldinsky, Karatal, Kerbulak, Panfilov, Sarkan districts and Taldykorgan. There are 146 coaches working in these sections. Also, 583 children are engaged in 17 table tennis sections on the basis of the state sports creative order.In general, 3.7 billion tenge has been allocated from the local budget for the construction of 9 sports facilities this year. Of these, 6 were completed this year. In particular, sports and recreation complexes were introduced in the villages of Almaly in the Sarkan district, Lepsy in the Alakol district, the city of Tekeli, a sports complex was built in the village of Usharal in the Panfilov district, and a volleyball center for the Zhetisu professional volleyball club, which has no analogues in Kazakhstan, as well as a four-storey residential building for athletes, was opened in the city of Taldykorgan. built at the expense of the investor.The provision of the population with sports infrastructure per 1000 people is 64.0%, the share of the population systematically engaged in physical culture and sports is 42% of the total population of the region.According to the results of 10 months, athletes of the Zhetisu region won 1,344 medals at competitions.The press service of the akim of the Zhetisu region Photographer: Zhenis YskabaiSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/898369