On August 9, 2025, a large-scale clean-up day was held in Shymkent as part of the republican environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan" ("Clean Kazakhstan"). Employees of city departments and subordinate organizations went to assigned areas to put irrigation systems in order and clear adjacent areas of garbage.

From the very morning, the working groups started with the main object of this clean-up day — the city irrigation canals. Specialists and volunteers manually and using equipment removed accumulated garbage, dry leaves and foreign objects that interfered with the free flow of water. This work is of particular importance: a functioning irrigation system is not only the comfort of residents, but also the uninterrupted irrigation of green areas, maintaining the microclimate and preventing flooding during the rainy season.

In addition to the canals, attention was also paid to the general sanitary condition of the city. Groups of participants cleared sidewalks, removed weeds along the roads, and collected garbage in parks and courtyards. Specialized equipment was used to remove waste, which made it possible to quickly clear the territory of a large volume of accumulated waste.

A distinctive feature of this clean-up day was that the emphasis was placed not only on external cleanliness, but also on the functional state of the city infrastructure. If in previous years, within the framework of such events, attention was mainly paid to cleaning courtyards, landscaping and improvement of public places, then this time the main focus of work was irrigation.

For example, in early August, the Yenbekshinsky district of Shymkent also saw a cleanup, but it was more focused on cleaning up streets and public spaces: sidewalks were swept, bus stops were cleared, and dry tree branches were trimmed. Work on irrigation canals was sporadic in those campaigns. On August 9, however, city services focused on restoring the capacity of canals and cleaning them along the entire route.

Comparing the current campaign with the events of previous years, it can be noted that over the past two years the format of "Taza Kazakhstan" in Shymkent has become more targeted. If earlier the cleanup was carried out according to the principle of "capturing as much territory as possible", now a targeted approach is important: each cleanup has its own main task - either greening, or liquidation of spontaneous dumps, or improvement of specific areas. This method makes the work more effective and tangible for residents.

One thing remains unchanged - mass participation and openness to all comers. In addition to government employees, students, youth organizations, local residents, and business representatives took part in the August 9 cleanup. This creates a sense of personal responsibility among city residents for the cleanliness of streets and common areas.

The organizers emphasize that the environmental campaign "Taza Kazakhstan" is not a one-time initiative, but a long-term project designed to instill environmental culture and form the habit of maintaining order in everyday life. Such clean-ups not only improve the appearance of the city, but also contribute to the conservation of natural resources, and strengthen cooperation between the authorities and the population.

This year, special attention is paid to the irrigation system, as it is the most important part of the city's ecosystem. Cleaned canals allow rainwater to be drained more quickly, preventing waterlogging and simultaneously providing water for trees, lawns and flower beds. This is especially important for the southern region of the country, where dry weather often occurs in the summer.

If we consider the practical results of the clean-up day, we can highlight several key achievements:

• Blockages in the channels have been eliminated, which will improve water drainage and irrigation.
• A significant amount of household and natural waste was collected and removed.
• The areas adjacent to the canals have been landscaped, which will reduce the risk of re-cluttering.

Such events, according to experts, should be held regularly, and not just as part of calendar events. And in this regard, Shymkent already has positive dynamics: in 2024 and 2025, the city held more than 20 large-scale cleanups, covering various areas - from landscaping to preventing water pollution.

Residents who took part in the clean-up day note that such actions unite people and allow them to feel their personal contribution to the development of the city. When a person has cleaned up a section of the street or helped clean a canal, they will not pass by garbage indifferently next time.

Senbelnik on August 9 became another step towards creating a cleaner, more convenient and environmentally friendly Shymkent. And although it is still far from ideal cleanliness, it is precisely such systematic measures that give the city a chance not just to clean up once, but to consolidate the result for years to come.

In conclusion, the organizers thanked all the participants and reminded that the cleanliness of the city is a joint effort and shared responsibility. Shymkent has many more such events ahead, and each of them will be aimed at making the city cleaner, greener and more comfortable to live in.