Kostanay region development: investments, infrastructure and social sphere

At an expanded meeting of the Government, chaired by the President of the country, key areas of development of the state were identified. In accordance with the tasks set, Kostanay region is systematically working to ensure economic growth, modernize infrastructure and improve the quality of life of the population.

Investments and industry

Last year, the volume of investments in the regional economy increased by 11.7%. Further growth is planned in 2024 due to government support and attracting new investors. To develop the industrial potential of the region, construction of a factory for the production of hot briquetted iron will begin, which will create 1,000 new jobs.

As part of the President's instructions, a project is being implemented to build a gas pipeline from Aktobe region to Kostanay. This will ensure the gasification of settlements and create conditions for the launch of large industrial enterprises.

Agro-industrial complex

Agriculture remains one of the key sectors of the region's economy. In 2023, agricultural production increased by 22.1%. State support for farmers has been doubled, which will expand the use of mineral fertilizers, increase yields, and increase storage and deep processing capacities for agricultural products.

Construction of a deep wheat processing plant will start in 2024. Concessional lending to farmers in Arkalyk, Amangeldy and Dzhangeldy districts continues at 1% per annum.

Energy industry

To provide the region with electricity and implement new production facilities, five new power plants are being built in the region: solar, gas-piston and three wind power plants. The total investment in the projects is 580 billion tenge, which will increase electricity generation in the region by 10 times.

Infrastructure development

In 2024, 93.4 billion tenge is provided for the repair of highways in the region. 1,300 km of roads will be renovated, including highways, access roads to villages and city streets. The plans include the completion of the construction of sections of roads Sarykol – the border of North Kazakhstan region and Uzunkol – Troitskoye, as well as the start of repairs on the Bestobe – the border of Aktobe region road.

In the housing and communal services sector, the main task is to bring the coverage of the rural population with centralized water supply to 100%. This year, 7.7 billion tenge has already been allocated for the implementation of 40 projects, and another 13 billion tenge is expected for additional projects.

The modernization of the street lighting system continues: 15,000 lamps and 4.3 thousand poles will be installed, which will provide lighting on 992 km of streets.

Housing construction

In 2023, 500 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in the region, 5,000 families received new apartments. In 2024, housing construction will continue with an emphasis on the use of local building materials.

The implementation of the Kostanai Zhastary program, aimed at providing housing for young people, continues. Within the framework of the state program, the possibilities of purchasing credit and rental housing for socially vulnerable categories of citizens have been expanded.

The social sphere

Over the past two years, 25 medical institutions have been opened in the region, which has improved the availability and quality of medical services. Major repairs of the Arkalyk Regional Hospital maternity hospital will be completed in 2024, and modernization of medical facilities in Arkalyk and Zhitikar will begin.

In the field of education, 7 new schools and 5 kindergartens are being built within the framework of the national project "Zhaily Mektep". Taking into account the needs of the regional economy, the emphasis is placed on the development of the system of technical and vocational education.

Conclusion

Kostanay region continues to implement the strategic objectives outlined by the President of the country. The development of industry, agriculture, energy and infrastructure, along with the strengthening of the social sphere, create a stable foundation for the further growth of the region and improving the quality of life of its residents.