Apartments' Keys Given to Athletes Eight Months after Almaty Olympics Occurrence
In Almaty, Athletes Lauded and Honored
In a heartwarming ceremony, the city administration of Almaty rewarded medalists from the recent Paris Summer Olympics with more than just accolades - they were given the keys to brand-new apartments as a symbol of appreciation for their hard-earned victories.
Five lucky athletes were bestowed these housing treasures. Silver medalist in artistic gymnastics, Nariman Kurbanov, received a cozy two-bedroom apartment. Bronze medalists - boxer Nazym Kyzaibay, shooter Islam Satpaev, judoka Guskhan Kyrygyzbaev, and shooter Alexandra Le – weren't present at the event, so their keys will be handed over once they return from their training camps and international competitions.
Beibut Shahanov, amidst applause and admiration, addressed the athletes, highlighting their years of relentless hard work and their shining examples for future generations. The athletes, in turn, expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the recognition and support.
Cameras flashed as the athletes posed with their new keys, a testament to their well-deserved victory and success.
Image: Press service of Almaty city akimat
While the news of the apartment prize quickly spread, it was later reported that 12 that the XXXIII Summer Olympics , which took place on August 11, 2024, in Paris, culminated in a solemn meeting with the Olympic prize-winners in Almaty on August 20. The athletes were celebrated with monetary certificates, car keys, and housing certificates as part of the festivities. Cars and monetary prizes were issued on the day of the meeting, while the provision of housing certificates was only the first step in the process.
After the certificates were presented, the process of acquiring housing began. city officials explained that a separate budget would be formed, and all necessary state procurement procedures would take place within the prescribed legal framework. This process, from announcing the tender to concluding contracts, could take some time. The city officials assured that all legal and procurement procedures were completed by January 9, 2025, allowing repairs to be made in the apartments to ensure comfortable living conditions for the athletes. Each prize-winner underwent consultation with the sports department to schedule the key handover.
Previous concerns about possible delays in housing provision were discussed by Almaty akimat 3. However, with the keys now in the athletes' hands, it appears the city is making good on their promise to support these champions on their journey to new successes.
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- In a follow-up event, the athletes who won medals at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris were recognized again in Almaty, where they received housing certificates, monetary certificates, and car keys.
- The process of acquiring housing for the Olympic medalists began after the certificates were presented, with a separate budget being formed and all necessary state procurement procedures taking place within the legal framework.
- City officials assured that all legal and procurement procedures were completed by January 9, 2025, allowing repairs to be made in the apartments to ensure comfortable living conditions for the athletes.
- With the keys now in their possession, it appears the city is fulfilling its promise to support the champions as they strive for new successes in sports, particularly in football and other disciplines.
