On July 24, 2025, another clean-up day was held in one of the microdistricts of the Al-Farabi district of the city of Shymkent, organized as part of the nationwide environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan". This time, employees of the district akimat, public utilities and local residents united to restore order in the courtyard of multi-story building No. 18 in the Karasu microdistrict.

About 100 people took part in the cleanup, 4 units of special equipment were used. The participants of the event cleared the adjacent territory of garbage, mowed the grass, cut dry tree branches, collected and removed the accumulated rubbish. In total, about 3 tons of waste were removed.

Such events are becoming more and more systematic in the city. If earlier cleanups were carried out mainly for holidays or as one-off events, today they have become regular. Local authorities and public utilities, having secured the support of city residents, continue systematic work to improve the sanitary condition of residential areas and increase the environmental culture of the population.

The peculiarity of this cleaning was not only in the scale of the resources involved, but also in its timeliness. July is a period of active vegetation growth, and the lack of control over the condition of the adjacent territories can lead to undesirable consequences: accumulations of insects, growth of weeds, violation of sanitary standards. Trimming dry branches and mowing the grass are not just aesthetic measures, but an important prevention of the spread of dangerous diseases and potential fires in hot conditions.

The ecological significance of such actions is difficult to overestimate. Systematic cleaning of urban space from garbage directly affects the health of the soil and the purity of the air. Garbage, especially of inorganic origin - plastic, polyethylene, glass - decomposes slowly and can emit harmful substances that poison the environment. Timely removal of such waste helps prevent pollution of the soil and groundwater, which is of paramount importance in a densely populated city.

In addition, it is important to note that the population's participation in such clean-up days forms a culture of collective responsibility for the common space. Neighbors become not just residents of the entrances, but like-minded people in an effort to make their city cleaner and safer. This entails increased trust in municipal structures and a stronger connection between the government and society.

If we look at the experience of previous years, we can note positive dynamics. In 2023, as part of a similar clean-up day in the Karatau district, only 40 people took part in the action, and it was possible to remove about 1.5 tons of garbage. Already in 2024, the number of participants increased to 70 people, and the volume of waste removed from the territory reached 2 tons. Current indicators indicate that civic activity and involvement in environmental initiatives are increasing every year.

In the environmental context, it is also worth touching on the impact of such events on the urban ecosystem. Shymkent, as a large southern city, is subject to certain environmental loads: dust, heat, dense development. In such conditions, the support of green areas, timely care of trees and cleanliness in the courtyards are especially important. Removing dead wood allows trees to grow and breathe better, and mowing the grass reduces the concentration of pollen, which has a beneficial effect on the well-being of allergy sufferers.

It is also worth noting that the urban landscape becomes noticeably more attractive after cleaning. This also affects the psychological state of residents, especially the elderly and families with children. A clean yard is a place for walks, communication, and sports. A space where you can feel comfortable and safe.

The clean-up day on July 24 is another step towards sustainable development of the urban environment. Representatives of the district administration promised that similar work will be carried out in all microdistricts of Al-Farabi. The plans include areas adjacent to houses, vacant lots, areas along roads and near educational institutions. Schools, youth organizations and the business community are expected to join the events.

Thus, such clean-up days are not just technical work on garbage removal, but targeted activities aimed at improving the quality of life in the city, preserving its nature and raising an environmentally conscious generation. Only through joint efforts is it possible to create an environment in which each resident feels responsible for the cleanliness and well-being of the surrounding world.

Shymkent continues to confidently move along the path of environmental modernization, focusing on interaction, prevention and the participation of each city resident in the life of their district.