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Almaty's recreational zone, allegedly swamped with illegal construction debris for three years, has been a subject of concern for Mazhilis deputy Baktijan Bazargbek, who has denounced the indifference of the city administration, police, and other authorities regarding this matter.

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Travelers composed heartfelt goodbyes and wept due to the circumstances on the flight from Almaty...
Travelers composed heartfelt goodbyes and wept due to the circumstances on the flight from Almaty to Astana

Illegal Construction Waste Disposal in Almaty's Nauryzbai District: Updates and Investigations

Airline Passengers pensively penned goodbye notes and wept as they endured an unusual incident aboard a flight traveling from Almaty to Astana

The issue of illegal construction waste disposal in Almaty's Nauryzbai District has gained attention, with concerns about environmental hazards, public health risks, and violations of local regulations on waste management.

Details

  • The illegal dumping of construction waste, including concrete rubble, bricks, metal scraps, and other debris, has been taking place in unauthorized areas such as public land, forested zones, and near residential neighborhoods.
  • These unauthorized sites have grown over time, causing soil contamination, obstructing natural water drainage, and creating unsightly conditions.
  • Residents and environmental activists have raised alarms about the increasing volume of waste and the lack of adequate disposal facilities.

Agencies Involved

  1. Almaty City Environmental Police (Environmental Protection Department)
  2. Responsible for monitoring and enforcing environmental laws in the city.
  3. Conduct inspections and identify illegal dumping sites.
  4. Collaborate with other municipal bodies to organize cleanup and legal action.
  5. Nauryzbai District Administration
  6. Local district authorities coordinate with city officials to manage waste disposal.
  7. Engaged in public awareness campaigns and reporting mechanisms for illegal dumping.
  8. Almaty City Waste Management Services
  9. Oversee proper collection, sorting, recycling, and disposal of construction and solid waste.
  10. Tasked with providing legitimate waste disposal sites and services to contractors and residents.
  11. Department of Housing and Communal Services
  12. Involved in monitoring construction activities and ensuring compliance with waste disposal regulations.
  13. May issue permits and conduct inspections on construction projects.
  14. Environmental NGOs and Community Groups
  15. Support monitoring efforts and engage with residents to report illegal activities.
  16. Advocate for stricter enforcement and sustainable waste management.

Ongoing Investigations and Actions

  • Following complaints and media coverage, the Almaty Environmental Police have launched investigations into suspected illegal dumping hotspots within the Nauryzbai District.
  • Surveillance and patrols have been intensified in known problem areas.
  • Several construction companies and contractors are under scrutiny for alleged improper handling and disposal of construction debris.
  • Some violators face administrative fines and orders to remove waste within stipulated timeframes.
  • Cleanup operations are ongoing in collaboration with city services and community volunteers.
  • Authorities are reviewing existing waste management policies, aiming to tighten regulations, improve monitoring technologies, and increase penalties for repeat offenders.
  • Public reporting channels have been promoted to facilitate quicker responses to illegal dumping.

Additional Developments

  • Baktijan Bazarbek, Deputy of the Mazhilis, has raised concerns about a three-year-long illegal dumping of construction waste in a recreational zone in Almaty.
  • Bazarbek plans to address multiple authorities regarding the illegal filling of the land plot and the violation of its intended use for individual housing construction.
  • He will file a complaint with the Minister of Internal Affairs regarding the inaction of the district police department.
  • Bazarbek also plans to contact the environmental prosecutor's office, the General Prosecutor's Office, and the Minister of Internal Affairs.
  • CMN.KZ has sent inquiries to the Almaty Akimat, GASK, and Balhash-Aлаkol Basin Inspectorate and will monitor the developments.
  • Bazarbek considers the situation to be very surprising due to the lack of oversight and intends to address the inaction of the Naurzum District Akimat to Akim of Almaty, Darhan Satybaldy.
  • The deputy has announced plans to send requests for inspections to the Almaty Environmental Department, Balkhash-Alakol Basin Inspection, and the Department of Land Management.
  • He has expressed his concern that this situation could potentially lead to a catastrophe.
  • The Almaty Akimat, police, and other agencies have been implicated in the inaction regarding this blatant violation of the law.

For more specific, up-to-date details, checking local news sources or municipal websites related to Almaty's environmental department is recommended.

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