The country's first universal emergency services complexes of a new format, unique in Kazakhstan, were commissioned in Shymkent. The opening ceremony took place today in the Yeltai residential complex of the Yenbekshinsky District. The event was attended by Shymkent Akim Gabit Syzdykbekov and Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan Chingis Arinov.

According to the minister, the creation of such complexes is a direct order from the Head of State and an important step toward improving the efficiency of emergency services. The new model brings together police, emergency services, fire departments, and ambulance services in a single location, ensuring their coordinated work. This integrated approach reduces response times to incident scenes and enhances collaboration between agencies.

The modular complexes opened in the Yeltai and Tasken microdistricts fully meet modern requirements. The new emergency services center in Yeltai occupies an area of 3,309 square meters, out of a total land area of 7,000 square meters. The complex includes a training tower, staff offices, bays for special equipment, and a maneuvering area. Around 50 specialists are on duty there 24/7.

Speaking at the ceremony, Chingis Arinov noted:
"This is the first time a depot has opened where services work together. This is an initiative that will set a model for the entire country. Police, medical, and emergency services working together to counter threats is our guiding principle. I wish you success in your service," the minister said.

The project, funded by the local budget, was completed in just six months and is fully equipped to meet modern standards. The complex serves over 25,000 residents of the Yeltai, Mayatas, Togys, and Aynatas communities.

During the event, citizens who contributed to the development of the emergency management system were awarded. Letters of gratitude from the Minister of Emergency Situations were presented to the First Deputy Akim of Shymkent and several heads of city departments. Furthermore, veterans and employees of the industry were awarded the jubilee medal "30 Years of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan."

Local residents called the opening of the complex an important step toward strengthening city security. Batyrkhan Ashetov, Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Kazygurt Residential Complex, noted:
"Emergency services used to take a long time to reach us. Now everything is located in one place. They say they can reach even the furthest point in seven minutes maximum. This is a much-needed initiative for the public," he said.

The ceremony concluded with a ribbon cutting and the official opening of the complex. According to the city administration, two more such modular complexes are planned to open by the end of the year. Construction of seven more facilities will be completed next year, allowing for a complete overhaul of Shymkent's emergency services system.