Living and Working Conditions Improved in Chim Mahalla
Uzbekistan
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected the development projects and employment initiatives implemented in the Chim mahalla of the Kamashi district.
Chim is being developed as a "mahalla in the image of a New Uzbekistan." It is home to over 5,500 people, nearly half of whom are young.
A total of 55 billion soums has been invested in upgrading infrastructure: a 240-capacity kindergarten, a 640-capacity school, a mahalla center, a youth center, and a recreational park have been constructed. Additionally, 4.5 kilometers of roads have been built, and both the power supply and irrigation systems have been modernized.
At a playground in the heart of the mahalla, the Head of State spoke with children and their mothers. In the local library, he inquired about the goals and aspirations of the young men and women present.
During the conversation—coinciding with the celebration of the Uzbek language—the President reflected on the literary contributions of Abdulla Oripov, Erkin Vakhidov, and Khalima Khudoyberdiyeva. He noted that there is an ever-growing focus on the native language, national literature, and the heritage of our ancestors.
"Today, we hold our language, self-awareness, and identity in even higher regard. People are once again eager to read books. We are reviving the spiritual legacy of our ancestors. Such a spiritual atmosphere and such conditions are now being fostered here in the Chim mahalla of the Kamashi district," the Head of State remarked.
The President also highlighted the expanding opportunities for higher education, emphasizing the importance of training well-educated individuals who are devoted to their homeland—a vital necessity for the country’s future. “While in the past only 9 out of every 100 young people pursued higher education, today that figure has reached 45. Establishing universities and ensuring the necessary conditions for faculty members is no easy task. Yet, the future of Uzbekistan requires professionals who possess national pride and a deep love for their homeland. I believe in you. The future of our beloved Motherland—and of the Kashkadarya region—rests in your hands,” the President remarked.
In the Chim *mahalla* (neighborhood), new opportunities have been created to boost residents' incomes. A total of 3.5 billion soums has been invested in an enterprise specializing in carpet weaving and embroidery, which provides employment for women. With the support of banks, greenhouses covering a total area of 36 *sotoks* (approx. 0.9 acres) have been established across nearly 20 households, and a cold-storage facility with a capacity of 200 tons has been built to preserve produce. These initiatives have provided jobs for more than 80 previously unemployed individuals.
The *mahalla* is also fostering lemon cultivation through a cooperative model. Residents are provided with saplings, fertilizers, and agricultural technical support, while the resulting harvests are purchased at a guaranteed price. By intercropping potatoes, broccoli, and various greens among the lemon trees, each greenhouse generates an additional 14–16 million soums in income.
Within the *mahalla*, 70 existing entrepreneurs have expanded their operations, and 20 new business entities have been established. The number of service-sector establishments along the highway has grown from 31 to 137, creating over 200 new jobs. Furthermore, 1,200 households in Chim and neighboring *mahallas* are engaged in the cooperative cultivation of *althaea* (marshmallow)—a plant utilized in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
At the conclusion of his visit, the President met with *mahalla* activists and representatives of the older generation. They shared their thoughts on the changes that have taken place in the mahalla and offered a prayer, wishing for the country’s well-being and a bright future for the youth.
A total of 55 billion soums has been invested in upgrading infrastructure: a 240-capacity kindergarten, a 640-capacity school, a mahalla center, a youth center, and a recreational park have been constructed. Additionally, 4.5 kilometers of roads have been built, and both the power supply and irrigation systems have been modernized.
At a playground in the heart of the mahalla, the Head of State spoke with children and their mothers. In the local library, he inquired about the goals and aspirations of the young men and women present.
During the conversation—coinciding with the celebration of the Uzbek language—the President reflected on the literary contributions of Abdulla Oripov, Erkin Vakhidov, and Khalima Khudoyberdiyeva. He noted that there is an ever-growing focus on the native language, national literature, and the heritage of our ancestors.
"Today, we hold our language, self-awareness, and identity in even higher regard. People are once again eager to read books. We are reviving the spiritual legacy of our ancestors. Such a spiritual atmosphere and such conditions are now being fostered here in the Chim mahalla of the Kamashi district," the Head of State remarked.
The President also highlighted the expanding opportunities for higher education, emphasizing the importance of training well-educated individuals who are devoted to their homeland—a vital necessity for the country’s future. “While in the past only 9 out of every 100 young people pursued higher education, today that figure has reached 45. Establishing universities and ensuring the necessary conditions for faculty members is no easy task. Yet, the future of Uzbekistan requires professionals who possess national pride and a deep love for their homeland. I believe in you. The future of our beloved Motherland—and of the Kashkadarya region—rests in your hands,” the President remarked.
In the Chim *mahalla* (neighborhood), new opportunities have been created to boost residents' incomes. A total of 3.5 billion soums has been invested in an enterprise specializing in carpet weaving and embroidery, which provides employment for women. With the support of banks, greenhouses covering a total area of 36 *sotoks* (approx. 0.9 acres) have been established across nearly 20 households, and a cold-storage facility with a capacity of 200 tons has been built to preserve produce. These initiatives have provided jobs for more than 80 previously unemployed individuals.
The *mahalla* is also fostering lemon cultivation through a cooperative model. Residents are provided with saplings, fertilizers, and agricultural technical support, while the resulting harvests are purchased at a guaranteed price. By intercropping potatoes, broccoli, and various greens among the lemon trees, each greenhouse generates an additional 14–16 million soums in income.
Within the *mahalla*, 70 existing entrepreneurs have expanded their operations, and 20 new business entities have been established. The number of service-sector establishments along the highway has grown from 31 to 137, creating over 200 new jobs. Furthermore, 1,200 households in Chim and neighboring *mahallas* are engaged in the cooperative cultivation of *althaea* (marshmallow)—a plant utilized in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
At the conclusion of his visit, the President met with *mahalla* activists and representatives of the older generation. They shared their thoughts on the changes that have taken place in the mahalla and offered a prayer, wishing for the country’s well-being and a bright future for the youth.
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