In Tashkent, reforms in the field of culture and art were discussed, and new leaders were appointed.
At the meeting, shortcomings in the field were criticized, and the task of achieving exemplary indicators by the end of the year was set.
In Tashkent, the implementation of reforms in the sphere of culture and art was discussed, and new leaders were appointed to the capital's culture department.
On August 21, Minister of Culture Ozodbek Nazarbekov held a meeting in Tashkent dedicated to the work being carried out in the sector, the implementation of reforms, and priority tasks for the future.
It was attended by Azizkhon Shovkatov, Deputy Mayor of Tashkent for tourism, culture, cultural heritage, and mass communications, heads of the central apparatus of the Ministry of Culture, and officials responsible for the sphere of culture and art in the capital.
At the meeting, it was noted that work is being carried out to transform the activities of cultural centers, introduce benefits to attract entrepreneurs to the sector, and establish 21 creative associations in the fields of culture, art, and literature.
It was also emphasized that the salaries of teachers at children's music schools have been equalized with those of teachers at general education schools, and 16 specialized boarding schools and 3 higher schools have been established. A number of benefits have been set for financially encouraging creative youth and mentors, including housing, rent, treatment, and medical insurance.
The minister criticized the reforms being implemented in Tashkent and their implementation as insufficient. He stressed that sector employees must thoroughly master the tasks set out in Resolution No. 150 of April 21, 2026, and Decree No. 103 of June 2, and effectively apply them in practice.
The issue of personnel was also considered at the meeting.
Bekzod Bakhromov was appointed head of the Tashkent City Culture Department. Previously, he served as deputy head of this department.
Shukurillo Isroilov was appointed deputy head of the Tashkent City Culture Department. Before his appointment, he worked as a master of the spoken word at the state institution "Uzbekkonsert."
At the end of the meeting, it was emphasized that Tashkent must achieve exemplary indicators in all areas of culture and art by the end of the year. The newly appointed leaders were tasked with effectively implementing reforms, eliminating existing shortcomings, and ensuring the fulfillment of the assigned tasks.
