Day of the Shanyrak: A Worthy Family Head Serves in the Ranks of the National Guard

Every serviceman of the law enforcement troops is a person devoted to their country and loyal to their military duty. One such individual is Captain Ulan Borambayev, who, together with his family, carefully preserves and promotes national values.

In the Borambayev family, the most important mission is to pass on the spirit of traditional Kazakh culture to their children. Love for the homeland and deep respect for national customs live within Ulan himself, filling his home with a unique atmosphere. The floor is adorned with Kazakh ornaments, and the ceiling in the living room rises in the shape of a shanyrak. The walls and ceiling corners are decorated with intricate national patterns, and every detail of the interior preserves the rich heritage of their homeland.

- To keep my children from spending too much time on their phones, I teach them to play asyk and the dombra. My wife often prepares traditional dishes like kazy-karta, zhent, kurt, butter, and bauyrsaks. Kumys is always present at our table. I was raised by my grandmother, so I strive to preserve and pass on the legacy of our ancestors. In my free time, I go horseback riding and participate in kokpar. Even when visiting friends, we wear national attire, - shared U. Borambayev.

The head of the family, along with his wife Asemgul Abzalkyzy, is raising three children. At home, he is the pillar of his family and a loving father, while in service, he upholds the honor of an officer.

It is worth noting that Ulan Borambayev has served in the National Guard since 2012. Beginning his career as a private, he has risen to the rank of captain. He currently holds the position of section chief at the Main Command of the National Guard.

 

Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan