On August 23, 2025, an important environmental issue was brought to the attention of the city of Shymkent. In several areas of the city, facts of uncontrolled dumping of construction waste were identified, and appropriate measures were taken in this regard. This incident once again showed the city residents how urgent environmental protection is.

Construction waste is one of the most damaging factors for the city's ecology. If we assume that household waste is systematically collected and disposed of through special landfills, then large-scale waste, especially waste generated during construction and repair work, requires separate consideration. By law, such waste must be delivered only to special landfills. However, some contractors or individuals ignore this requirement and dump it in convenient places, in landfills near apartment buildings, and even on vacant lots. This not only violates sanitary requirements, but also causes enormous harm to the soil, land, and ecosystem.

The incident on August 23 was proof of this. During a joint raid conducted by the city administration and environmental control bodies, facts of illegal dumping of construction waste were recorded. The relevant institutions identified the guilty parties and took measures to hold them accountable within the framework of the law. According to experts, such actions are subject to not only fines, but also administrative liability, if necessary. At the same time, local authorities strictly warned residents and entrepreneurs to dispose of construction waste only in specially authorized places.

The cleanliness of the city depends not only on the akimat or municipal institutions, but on all residents. Especially in a large city like Shymkent, which has the status of a metropolis, proper waste management is one of the main conditions for urbanization. If this requirement is not met, firstly, the quality of life of city residents will decrease, and secondly, in the long term, environmental risks will increase.

It is worth noting that such environmental initiatives and cleanliness-related events have been traditionally held in Shymkent. Last year, on August 22, a large-scale environmental campaign called “Clean City – Common Good” was organized in the city. At that time, residents and employees of various institutions worked together to collect garbage, plant trees, and conduct sanitation work in several districts of the city. This event received great support from society. The main feature of that campaign was the active participation of residents. Hundreds of volunteers and city residents voluntarily went out for a cleanup and contributed to the common cause.

And this year's event was distinguished by more specific, strict legal control. If last year's campaign was more focused on explanation and propaganda, the event on August 23, 2025 was distinguished by identifying specific violations of the law and taking action against the guilty. This, in turn, indicates that we have reached a new level of environmental culture formation. Now the main focus is not only on explanation, but also on the need to strictly comply with legal requirements.

The city administration noted that such measures will continue systematically in the future. The formation of an ecological culture is not a one-day job, but a long-term process. In this regard, residents also bear a great responsibility. If everyone takes out their garbage properly and transfers large amounts of waste to special landfills, it will significantly benefit the city's ecology.

Today, several special landfills for receiving construction waste operate in Shymkent. They are located within easy reach of each district of the city. However, some contractors prefer to illegally dump waste at these landfills in order to reduce the costs of transporting waste. However, as the event on August 23 showed, not all such actions go unnoticed.

According to experts, improper management of construction waste is not only a sanitary problem, but also a problem of efficient use of land resources. The uncontrolled dumping of waste leads to soil pollution, a decrease in green areas, and a deterioration in the aesthetic appearance of the city. Therefore, preventing such illegal activities is, first of all, a sign of respect for the land and the environment.

In conclusion, the event held in Shymkent on August 23 was an important step towards the ecology, cleanliness of the city and the health of residents. This is not just a fine or identification of the guilty, but also a clear signal to society: everyone is responsible for their actions. If last year's Sabbath demonstrated the solidarity of residents, this year's event demonstrated legal rigor. Both are aimed at the same goal - to make Shymkent a clean, comfortable and green city.

The cleanliness of the city is not only the responsibility of municipal services, but also the common responsibility of all of us. Therefore, if each resident is attentive to his actions, and the authorities strengthen control, the ecological situation of Shymkent will undoubtedly improve year by year.