On October 4, 2025, a citywide cleanup event, "Clean City," took place in the Al-Farabi district of Shymkent. This event was organized to improve the district's sanitary conditions, promote environmental awareness, and enhance residents' quality of life. The cleanup event encompassed all areas of the district and became a large-scale effort, uniting government agencies, entrepreneurs, public organizations, and residents.

The district akim's office organized the event. Employees of the district akim's office, including representatives of the Al-Farabi Municipal Municipality and Taza Oelke LLC, actively participated. To ensure the efficient operation, 15 pieces of specialized equipment were deployed, enabling the streets, sidewalks, and public spaces to be cleaned quickly and efficiently. A total of 400 employees of the district akim's office participated in the work, divided into teams based on specific areas.

In addition to government employees, 4,500 district residents, entrepreneurs, and employees of organizations participated in the cleanup. They cleaned courtyards, the areas surrounding retail outlets, parks, and streets. This event promoted environmental responsibility and hygiene among the population.

Other participating organizations

The Housing Department dispatched 22 employees to the cleanup day, who removed 0.2 tons of trash. The main task was to tidy up the courtyards and entrances of apartment buildings, as well as the surrounding areas.

The Department of Urban Environment Quality and Control deployed 35 employees and two pieces of equipment, removing 1.6 tons of waste. The focus was on maintaining the sanitary condition of public spaces and ensuring their cleanliness.

The Department of Energy and Infrastructure Development dispatched 24 employees and one piece of equipment, removing 0.85 tons of waste. Work was carried out on utility lines, roads, and sidewalks.

The Department of Education provided 32 employees and removed 0.9 tons of waste. They cleaned school and college grounds and conducted environmental education activities among young people.

The Department of Religious Affairs , including the KMM and the KMDB office in Shymkent, provided 4,350 personnel and five pieces of equipment. They cleaned the grounds of mosques, religious centers, and adjacent public spaces, ensuring sanitary cleanliness and order.

During the cleanup day, the following work was carried out in the district:

• Removal of dead trees and pruning of branches to ensure safety and aesthetic appearance of streets;

• Mowing grass on streets, in parks and public spaces;

• Washing roads and sidewalks, which improved sanitary conditions and ease of movement;

• Cleaning of waste areas, containers and trays;

• Removal of collected waste using special equipment;

• General cleaning of streets, courtyards and public areas;

• Other measures to improve the sanitary conditions of the area.

The cleanup participants demonstrated a high level of activity and responsibility. District Akim's office staff coordinated the work and ensured compliance with safety regulations. Representatives of organizations and businesses provided equipment and personnel, while residents and volunteers cleaned the streets, squares, and courtyards. These joint efforts contributed to the development of environmental awareness and improved sanitary discipline.

Thanks to the clean-up day in the Al-Farabi district, significant results were achieved:

• In total, 9,363 employees took part in the cleanup and 23 pieces of equipment were used;

• 25.55 tons of garbage were removed;

• Dry trees and branches are cut off;

• The grass has been mown;

• Roads and sidewalks have been washed;

• Garbage areas and containers have been cleared;

• Streets, parks and public spaces have been cleared;

• The general sanitary level of the area has been significantly improved.

The cleanup day on October 4, 2025, in the Al-Farabi district became a large-scale event that united the efforts of government agencies, entrepreneurs, public organizations, and residents. It significantly improved the district's sanitary conditions and residents' quality of life.

The social and environmental significance of the event is immense: it fosters environmental awareness among the population, teaches hygiene discipline, and promotes the maintenance of public spaces. Furthermore, such events foster civic responsibility and instill a culture of clean city living in young people.

The cleanup included not only garbage collection but also activities to improve the environment, create a safe and comfortable environment for residents, and foster citizen responsibility for the environment.

In the future, such cleanup days will be held regularly, helping to maintain sanitary conditions, improve the environment, and enhance the quality of life for residents. This event helps transform the area into a safe, clean, and comfortable place to live.

In conclusion , the cleanup day on October 4, 2025, in the Al-Farabi district was a significant event, demonstrating the effectiveness of the joint efforts of government agencies, organizations, and residents. This experience will be used in the future to regularly maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions, as well as to instill in the population a habit of caring for their environment.