On 20 March 2026, the XIII reporting and election conference of the Turksib District Council of Veterans was held.

The conference was attended by S.Sh. Kurmangaliyev, Deputy Chairman of the Almaty City Council of Veterans; D.N. Akezhanov, Akim of the Turksib district; inspectors of the Akim's office overseeing local self-government bodies; S.A. Sarybayev, Chairman of the Turksib branch of the “Amanat” party; V.N. Ustyugov, a member of the Almaty City Council of Veterans and a civil aviation veteran; T.M. Shakirova, Chairwoman of the Zhetysu District Council of Veterans; the director of the “Ayazhan” medical college; the chairman of the district society “Kazakh Tili”; A.A. Shin, Vice President of the Shin-Line group of companies and an assistant to a deputy of the Almaty Maslikhat; O.T. Ubulov, Chairman of the Almaty City Ethnic Center; the president of the association of the “Turan” cooperative; and K.K. Kudaibergenov, Chairman of the voluntary society of persons with disabilities.

The agenda included hearing the report of the Chairwoman of the district Council of Veterans, the report of the audit commission, and the election of a new composition of the Council of Veterans as well as delegates to the city conference.

In his speech, D.N. Akezhanov, Akim of the Turksib district, noted the steady development of the district and the social and infrastructure projects being implemented, and drew attention to improving the quality of life of the population. He stressed the importance of cooperation between local authorities and public organizations, including the Council of Veterans, as an important feedback channel with residents. Particular attention was paid to social support for the older generation, the improvement of courtyard areas and the accessibility of medical services. The Akim also expressed confidence that the experience and active stance of veterans will continue to help address the district's pressing tasks.

Following the conference, G.A. Baigutdinova was elected Chairwoman of the district Council of Veterans.

The closing remarks were delivered by S.Sh. Kurmangaliyev, Deputy Chairman of the Almaty City Council of Veterans, who congratulated the newly elected members of the Council, wished them fruitful work, and noted the importance of the veterans' organization's continued active engagement.

During the conference, it was emphasized that the Council of Veterans will continue to take an active part in the public life of the district, strengthen the continuity of generations, and carry on its work to preserve and promote national values.