On August 19, 2025, it was once again proven that sanitary measures are being implemented on a regular basis in the Al-Farabi district of Shymkent. On this day, specialists and representatives of public utilities, led by the district akim, carried out extensive work and paid special attention to the cleanliness of the city. The main goal is to establish systematic and regular work, not limited to one-time garbage collection. A new approach in this direction aims to improve the quality of life of city residents, as well as to strengthen responsibility for the environment.

As part of this event, streets, sidewalks, parks and irrigation canals in the district were cleaned and household waste was removed. Hundreds of specialists and dozens of pieces of equipment were involved in the work. More than 27 tons of garbage were removed from the city in one day. In addition, ditches and canals were dug to ensure the free passage of wastewater, and roadsides were put in order. These works are not just a periodic action, but are included in the daily plan and continue systematically.

Compared to previous years, the specificity of this year's sanitation campaign is clearly felt. For example, in 2023 and 2024, sanitation cleaning activities were mostly seasonal. During spring and autumn Sabbaths, residents and employees would collect garbage, whitewash trees, and maintain cleanliness for a certain period of time. However, the results of such activities did not last long. After a few weeks, garbage would accumulate again, and the ditches would become clogged again. That is, cleanliness was only provided temporarily.

And the main advantage of the work undertaken in 2025 is its sustainability. Now, sanitation has become not a one-time event, but a regular task. This change is the result of the city administration's strategic decision aimed at improving the quality of life of residents and ensuring environmental safety. In addition, it is noticeable that residents themselves, rather than being indifferent to the issue of cleanliness, have begun to show activity.

In recent years, the issue of environmental culture has been increasingly put on the agenda. It has become clear that cleanliness is not only the responsibility of public utilities, but also the common business of every citizen. This year's campaign has become a concrete step in this direction. Residents of the district not only participate in the Sabbath, but also help keep their yards clean, take out garbage in special places, and clean ditches on their own. This is also a clear manifestation of a change in public consciousness.

Another feature of sanitation work in the Al-Farabi district is the modern and sufficient use of equipment. Previously, garbage was collected manually, and there was a shortage of special equipment. Now this problem has been solved, and trucks, special garbage collectors, and water spraying machines are operating regularly. Thanks to this, the quality and efficiency of cleaning work has increased.

In addition, information and explanatory measures are being systematically carried out among the population in connection with this year's work. Representatives of the akimat and specialists meet with the population and give advice on not throwing garbage anywhere, sorting household waste, and taking a shared responsibility for street cleanliness. Such explanatory work was rarely carried out in previous years, but now this direction has become permanent.

Compared to the experience of previous years, the main advantage of sanitary measures in 2025 is their systematicity and comprehensiveness. The city territory is being cleaned not only on a one-time basis, but also on a daily schedule. This is a new level of work aimed at preventing environmental problems and ensuring sanitary safety. As a result of such work, the ecological situation in the city will undoubtedly improve and the quality of life of residents will increase.

In conclusion, this initiative, which began in the Al-Farabi district, can serve as an example not only for the district, but also for the entire city. Maintaining cleanliness is a common task for all of us. Thanks to the systematic supervision of the Akimat and the active participation of residents, there is every chance to turn Shymkent into a truly clean, comfortable and safe city.