The expanded meeting of the Government chaired by the Head of State determined the main directions of the country's development. In accordance with this, systematic work is being carried out in the Kostanay region to ensure economic growth, modernize infrastructure and improve the quality of life of the population.
Investments and industry
According to the results of last year, the volume of investments in the regional economy increased by 11.7%. In 2024, this indicator will increase further due to state support and attracting new investors. In order to develop industrial potential, the construction of a hot briquetted iron production plant will begin, which will create 1,000 new jobs.
In accordance with the President's instructions, the construction of a main gas pipeline from Aktobe region to Kostanay will begin. This will allow gasification of settlements in the region and create conditions for the launch of large industrial enterprises.
Agro-industrial complex
Agricultural industry remains one of the main sectors of the regional economy. In 2023, the volume of agricultural output increased by 22.1%. State support for agricultural producers has doubled, which will allow expanding the use of mineral fertilizers and increasing productivity. This year, it is planned to introduce 337 thousand tons of fertilizers in the region, of which 150 thousand tons should be purchased before spring sowing.
In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, the development of deep processing of products in the agricultural sector is one of the main priorities. In this direction, the construction of a deep processing plant for wheat will begin in the region this year. The task was also set to fully provide the domestic market with domestic products through the development of livestock farming.
Infrastructure and housing construction
In 2024, 1,300 km of roads will be repaired in the region, including highways of republican significance, access roads to villages and streets. The road from Sarykol to the border of the North Kazakhstan region and the Uzunkol-Troebratnoye section will be completely repaired. In addition, work will begin on repairing the road from the village of Bestobe to the border of Aktobe region.
The issue of drinking water supply is also in the spotlight. In 2024, 7.7 billion tenge was allocated for the implementation of 40 projects, and more than 13 billion tenge is expected to be allocated for an additional 23 projects. Over the past two years, the level of water supply to the homes of the rural population has increased from 61.5% to 68.9%.
Last year, 500 thousand square meters of housing were put into operation, which allowed more than 5 thousand families to get housing. Within the framework of the “Kostanai Youth” program, 250 young families were provided with housing over 3 years, and this work will continue this year.
Energy and renewable energy sources
In order to ensure the energy independence of the region, 5 projects will be implemented in the field of renewable energy sources. The construction of 1 solar power plant, 1 gas-piston station and 3 wind power stations will begin. The total cost of these projects is 580 billion tenge, and the generated capacity will exceed 1 GW. After the implementation of these projects, the volume of electricity generation in the region will increase 10 times, fully covering domestic needs.
Social sphere
Over the past two years, 25 medical facilities have been put into operation in the region, which have provided quality medical services to more than 40 thousand people. This year, the maternity ward of the Arkalyk district hospital will undergo major repairs, and Arkalyk and Zhitikara district hospitals will be modernized.
In the field of education, the implementation of the “Cozy School” national project continues. In 2023, 4 schools and 7 kindergartens were built, and this year it is planned to open another 7 schools and 5 kindergartens. In addition, as part of the “Year of Working Professions”, it is planned to modernize the technical and vocational education system. Taking into account the industrial and agrarian potential of the regional economy, training personnel in labor specialties is one of the priority areas.
Conclusion
In the Kostanay region, large-scale work is being carried out to implement investment projects, develop agriculture and industry, modernize infrastructure, expand housing construction, and improve the social sphere. Fulfilling the instructions of the Head of State will ensure the sustainable development of the region and increase the well-being of the population.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/931095