OREANDA-NEWS. On 22 December 2008 was announced, that on the threshold of Independence Day Astana akim Imangali Tasmagambetov on behalf of President N. Nazarbaev presented to a group of citizens state awards.

“17 years ago we managed to gain independence and chose the way of the further development as the democratic, economically strong state. There are many examples that we are developing in a right way headed by our President Nursultan Abishevich Nazarbaev”, - said the akim in his welcoming speech before the award ceremony participants.

One of the examples is the successive development of new capital – Astana.

Among those who were awarded for the services before the republic, active public activity, considerable contribution to the social-economical and cultural development of the state, strengthening of friendship and cooperation between peoples of Astana was Director the General of “Astana-Teplotranzit” Aitmukan Zhumabaev. He got “Barys” order of III degree.

“Dostyk” order of II degree was given to the composer Kenesh Dolda and labor veteran Mikhail Kulikov.

“Aibyn” order of III degree was presented to the WWII veteran Bolat Mukanov.

Besides, 12 people were awarded with “Kurmet” order, 12 people – “Eren enbegi ushin” order. Also 3 citizens of Astana were awarded with “Shapagat” order and 11 citizens were honored with title of “Kazakstanyn enbek sinirgen kairatkeri”.