Tokaev: Astana should fully comply with status of main city

Astana is not only the center of the business, political and cultural life of Kazakhstan, but also sets the pace of development to all regions of the republic. This was said by President Kasim-Zhomart Tokaev at a meeting on the development of the capital.

“The capital in many issues, including the standard of living, is a guide for other cities of our country. Therefore, the system work of state bodies is required to solve accumulated problems that impede the stable progress of the metropolis,” said the head of state, whose words cite The press service of the Kazakh leader.

According to Tokayev, due to the shortsightedness and inaction of local authorities, today there was a need to build new heat sources, water transporters, treatment facilities.

in the “fire regime”.

Further, the Kazakh leader announced the need to resolve in priority the issue of water supply of Astana. “Today, the capital is completely dependent on the Astana reservoir. There are no other water sources, which is extremely risky. The accident that can occur at any time will pose a threat to the whole city,” he issued.

Another urgent problem, the President of Kazakhstan called the cleaning of wastewater. “The city sewage system cannot cope with the incoming stream of water. We are still convinced of this during the recent rain. The construction of a new storm sewer has not yet been completed, the akimat needs to take specific measures,” Tokaev handed it off.

Further, the President of Kazakhstan called for streamlining the construction of housing and taking effective measures to form a single architectural appearance of the capital.

“It is important to remember that urban planning is primarily art, and of course the reputation of the country. In the modern world, beauty not only brings harmony to life, but also increases the symbolic capital of the city, attracts talents and investments. In addition, modern attractive buildings , thoughtfully planned streets, cozy well -maintained courtyards are integral components of the high quality of life of the townspeople, ”he issued.

In addition, the president announced the need to ensure improvement of the quality of life in the capital.

According to him, all issues regarding the development of the capital should be resolved comprehensively and consistently.