On July 18, 2025, as part of the environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan", a large clean-up day was organized in Shymkent, covering several areas at once, including Saule and the "Voenny Gorodok" district. This event became the next stage of systematic work to improve the sanitary condition of the city, develop a culture of cleanliness among the population and form a responsible attitude towards the environment.

The initiative was supported not only by employees of public utilities, but also by representatives of social facilities, the private sector, residents of apartment buildings, and employees of the district akim's office. Joint efforts were made to clean up garbage, level destroyed areas, remove household waste, and remove illegal dumps. In total, more than 250 people and 11 units of specialized equipment took part in the cleanup. About 15 tons of various garbage were removed from the area.

Such events have become a good tradition in Shymkent, but this clean-up day was distinguished by its scale and level of organization. Compared to previous years, in 2023, about 150 people took part in a similar clean-up day in the same area, no more than 6 units of equipment were used, and the coverage of the territory was noticeably more modest. In 2024, the number of participants increased to 180, coordination between services improved, but the events were not so massive and comprehensive. In 2025, most of the area was involved, including courtyards, park areas, driveways and abandoned areas.

The clean-up day was not just a one-time event, but an element of a long-term strategy to improve the urban ecology. The event organizers note that waste removal and cleaning of the territory have a positive effect on the overall condition of the urban environment. For example, timely garbage disposal prevents soil and groundwater pollution, reduces the risk of spreading pathogenic bacteria and pests. In addition, a clean and well-maintained environment helps to develop a sense of responsibility for the common good among residents.

An important part of the event was informing the population. Volunteers and employees of public utilities talked about the importance of separate waste collection, waste recycling, and rules for the disposal of building materials. These measures are aimed at developing environmental literacy among city residents and especially young people.

Environmental activities have also had an impact on the microclimate of the area. Cleaning overgrown areas, removing garbage and pruning dry trees help improve air exchange, which is especially important in the summer when the city suffers from heat and smog. Cleanliness in the area helps reduce the temperature near residential buildings, improves the visual perception of the environment and increases the level of comfort of life.

It is also impossible not to note the active participation of the residents of the "Military Town". Their involvement and initiative demonstrated how important cooperation between the government and the population is becoming. Where people participate in the improvement of their own environment, the level of cleanliness is consistently higher.

The clean-up day showed that only through joint efforts can we achieve real results. It is important that such events do not remain one-off events, but become a regular part of city life. A clean district is not only a matter of aesthetics, but also a matter of health, safety and quality of life.

According to representatives of the akimat, in the future it is planned to organize similar clean-up days in other areas of the city, strengthen control over unauthorized dumps, and encourage proactive residents who contribute to the cleanliness and improvement of the area. The possibility of creating "eco-patrols" from among volunteers, schoolchildren and students who will monitor the condition of courtyards, squares and streets is being considered.

Thus, the last clean-up day in Shymkent became not only an action to restore order, but also an example of effective interaction between citizens and city structures. It clearly demonstrated that environmental responsibility begins with each of us, and the cleanliness of the environment is not an abstract concept, but specific actions that bring real results.

There is still a lot of work ahead, but it is already clear that thanks to such initiatives the city is becoming cleaner, more comfortable and closer to environmental standards of sustainable development.