Today, a meaningful meeting with district veterans was held at the “Rukhaniyat” Centre on the topic “Continuity of Generations and the Role of Veterans in Promoting National Values”. The event aimed to honour the wisdom and experience of the older generation and promote national values.
The meeting was attended by District Akim Zhandos Yerkinbek, Deputy Chairman of the Kyzylorda Regional Council of Veterans Zhumabek Aliyev, representatives of the district's intellectual community, labour veterans and young people.
The meeting was opened by Askar Merekov, Chairman of the District Council of Veterans, who highlighted the contribution of the older generation to the establishment of today's peaceful life. He also emphasised that respect for elders and the passing down of their wisdom and life experience to younger generations have always held a special place in the centuries-old traditions of Kazakh upbringing.
The first speaker was the Head of the District:
“Your years of dedicated work and the path you have taken serve as a great example for all of us. The achievements our country enjoys today are built upon your hard work, dedication and honest contribution. Even today, you remain actively involved in public life, contributing to strengthening unity and social harmony. On this occasion, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to all of you for your invaluable contribution to the development of our district,” he said.
During the meeting, a number of veterans who actively participate in the district's public life and contribute to the country's development were honoured with Letters of Appreciation from the District Akim.
Following this, Zhumabek Aliyev, Deputy Chairman of the Regional Council of Veterans, spoke about the importance of the veterans' movement and the role of the older generation in public education. In recognition of their contribution to promoting national values, veterans were awarded Certificates of Honour and the “Honoured Veteran” medals.
During the meeting, Abdrakhman Kuldüisenov, Chairman of the District Public Council, delivered a speech on the topic “Respect for Elders – A National Tradition”. Meanwhile, Kulshara Kanieva, Director of the Karmakshy District Centralised Library System, presented a report entitled “Towards the Future with Books”, highlighting the importance of fostering a reading culture.
In addition, Nurbol Ibragimov, Imam of the “Oraz Akhun” Mosque, spoke on the topic “Traditional Religion and National Identity: No Place for Alien Religious Movements”. Shegebay Kundakbayev, Member of the Union of Journalists of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Honorary Citizen of Karmakshy District, addressed the topic “The Golden Horde – Historical Consciousness and the Legacy of Our Ancestors”, emphasising the importance of historical awareness and preserving the heritage of one's native land.
Nurz human Pirnazarov, Director of the District Youth Resource Centre; Kulzhauhar Rayeva, Chairwoman of the District Women's Council; and Yeset Nazarkulov, a veteran of the internal affairs agencies and Honorary Citizen of Karmakshy District, also shared their views and insights in their respective fields.
“President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has always attached special importance to the role of veterans in society and the example they set. Our respect for you remains unwavering. I wish happiness, prosperity and well-being to all your families,” said Zhandos Yerkinbek, concluding the meeting.
