Based on an analysis of appeals received by the Ombudsman from the region, issues of particular concern to local residents were identified.

Representatives of the relevant government bodies were invited to the open dialogue to discuss these issues.

The event was attended by the Deputy Ombudsman, the Ombudsman’s regional representative in Syrdarya Region, a senator and Chairperson of the Syrdarya Regional Council of People’s Deputies, the Khavast District Hokim, as well as representatives of relevant regional government agencies.

The open dialogue focused on social protection, promoting employment, providing vocational training, and reducing poverty through support for entrepreneurship, as well as protecting citizens’ property rights. Participants were also provided with explanations regarding ongoing efforts to recognise rights to land plots that have been arbitrarily occupied and to buildings and structures constructed on them.

During the meeting, residents had the opportunity to raise questions of concern to them and receive answers from representatives of the relevant authorities.

A reception for citizens was also held following the event. Residents’ appeals were received, and cases requiring further examination were taken under follow-up.

The “Ombudsman School” project contributes to raising public legal awareness, safeguarding the rights and legitimate interests of socially vulnerable groups, and strengthening a targeted approach to addressing citizens’ appeals.

Press Service of the Commissioner of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)