The celebration of the poet's 80th anniversary began in early spring in Torgai with a competition for young talents. The grand jubilee cycle continued in the regional center with a large-scale literary and musical evening «Іңкәр дүние». Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent a special congratulatory message on the occasion of this significant date. The President's letter was read to the guests and participants of the event by Malik Otarbayev, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This, undoubtedly, serves as a vivid testament to the high respect for Kazakh literature, culture, and the art of the word.

«Kenshilik Myrzabek – is a talented individual who entered Kazakh poetry with a unique, inimitable style and made a significant contribution to the development of national literature. His heartfelt poems masterfully reveal love for the native land, responsibility for the country's fate, and the profound facets of the human soul. The poet's civic voice and artistic explorations expanded the horizons of the national art of the word. The rich legacy of Kenshilik Myrzabek – is a valuable asset of our people's spiritual culture. Collecting and comprehensively studying the poet's works – is our common duty. I am confident that the name of this master of the word will forever remain in the people's memory, and his outstanding works will live on with him,» – stated the letter sent by the President.

At the evening, Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov conveyed his congratulations and noted that the poet had formed his own unique style in Kazakh literature, and his creative path was filled with constant searching.

The head of the region emphasized that work on developing the spiritual sphere, popularizing literary heritage, and broadly promoting the work of writers and poets is consistently ongoing. He also expressed sincere gratitude to the Head of State for his attention to this spiritual event and to the honored guests who specially arrived for the jubilee evening.

«The Tobol-Torgai land has gifted many talented individuals. Kenshilik Agitayevich – is a person of great talent, who left behind a poetic legacy that his readers cherish with love. In the world of poetry, he deeply celebrated his native land, the country's history, and the human soul. Our countryman also made a great contribution to the development of journalism. His translation works gave a new impetus to national literature. Undoubtedly, the stature of the poet Kenshilik, who created vivid pictures with words, belongs to the entire Kazakh people. His poems and life example will be passed down from generation to generation and will remain a spiritual heritage,» – said the Akim of the region.

The substantive event was attended by friends and colleagues of the poet, who knew him well during his lifetime, having arrived specially from Almaty and Astana. Among the honored guests – are the renowned poet, laureate of the Abai State Prize, Galym Zhailybai, writer Nurgali Oraz, editor-in-chief of the magazine «Мұқағали» Duisen Maglumov, poet Kadirbek Kunypiyaly, and other prominent representatives of national literature and culture.

The poet's descendants also expressed sincere gratitude to the regional leadership for organizing such a significant and meaningful event.

The wise folk saying «Looking at the father, the son grows» is fully confirmed by the fate of Kenshilik Agitayevich's descendants. A vivid testament to this – is his son, the renowned literary critic, member of the Writers' Union of Kazakhstan, laureate of the international «Alash» prize, author of several books, and holder of the «Құрмет» order, Amangeldy Kenshilikuly, who continues the work of his outstanding father.

His poetry – is poetry that relies not on slogans, but on the spiritual core of the nation, drawing strength not from external influences, but from internal energy. Over time, his work does not lose its originality, but, on the contrary, reveals itself ever more brightly as an artistic phenomenon reflecting the natural essence of the national art of the word.

The renowned writer Galym Zhailybai spoke in detail and with enthusiasm about Kenshilik, shared interesting memories of him, and recited his poems.

«The poets and writers born on the sacred land of Torgai – are great figures of Kazakh literature. At Kenshilik's 60th and 70th anniversaries, I delivered major reports. We, his younger colleagues who followed him, studied in this literary school and were nurtured by his work. Kenshilik – is a poet of the nation. A great poet. He reached such heights having lived only about 45 years. When you read any of his poems, you experience an amazing feeling, as if the soul finds peace. In childhood, we knew many of his poems by heart. He left behind such great poems as «Иманжүсіп», «Коянды жәрмеңкесі», «Біржан сал», «Сарытерек сағынышы». Therefore, I believe the great poet should be remembered as often as possible. We would be very happy if, in the future, a street in Kostanay were named after Kenshilik or his name were given to one of the schools. I am especially glad to be participating in this evening today,» – said poet Galym Zhailybai.

A lifelong friend, contemporary, and creative colleague, the renowned poet and Ybyrai scholar Serikbai Ospanuly, also shared interesting, including little-known, memories of Kenshilik with the audience and recited his poems.

The son of the outstanding poet, literary critic Amangeldy Kenshilikuly, addressed the gathering. He expressed gratitude to the country's and region's leadership for their attention to his father's legacy.

«This year, my father's 80th anniversary is being celebrated at a high level. First of all, I want to express immense gratitude to our President. Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich sent his congratulations on the occasions of my father's 50th, 60th, and 70th anniversaries. I am grateful to him for again showing great attention today. Enormous work is currently being done to develop the Torgai region. I perceive the fact that my father's 80th anniversary coincided with such positive transformations as a good sign. Immense gratitude also goes to the Akim of the region, Kumar Irgibayevich. His contribution to the development of Torgai and Arkalyk is particularly significant. This year, we truly almost turned into birds and flew into the sky, as Arkalyk's airport opened. It pleases the eye and fills the soul that such good deeds are happening. I bow my head before everyone who has gathered today for this evening,» – said Amangeldy Kenshilikuly with emotion.

«The life of poetry is measured by its reader. The poet's legacy continues to live on today, addressing the future. The evening featured the fiery poems of the talented poet. Actors of the I. Omarov Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theatre, winners and prize-winners of the «Кеңшілік оқулары» competition held this year among Torgai schoolchildren, as well as students of Kostanay school No. 27 named after Abai, presented the poet's best works to the audience. The young generation, destined to continue his immortal legacy, soulfully recited the beautiful poems of the master of the word, touching the hearts of the listeners.

The songs «Ғашықтық – азап» and «Телефоннан тіл қатшы маған», written to the poet's verses, were performed. And since the evening took place on the banks of the Tobyl River, the participants also performed the famous song of the outstanding composer Abilakhat Yespayev «Толқиды Тобыл», written to the words of the poet's friend Serik Turgynbekuly.

Kenshilik Agitayevich Myrzabek was born in 1946 in the village of Akshyganak, Zhangeldin District. In his 42 years of life, the literary figure left behind a rich creative legacy. His poetry collections «Іңкәр дүние», «Дүбірлі дәурен», «Сәруар», «Балалық шақ балладалары», «Дәуір – дастан», «Бір мысқал» gained wide recognition. For the collection «Балалық шақ балладалары», the poet became a laureate of the Ilyas Zhansugurov Prize in 1987.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1293440?lang=ru