On behalf of the Head of State, Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Kyrykbayev presented state awards to 62 individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of national culture, art, literature, and the media sector.

During the solemn ceremony, the Minister congratulated the recipients and specially emphasized the importance of culture and art in strengthening the spiritual integrity of society.

The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, consistently highlights the importance of developing culture and art, preserving historical heritage, and shaping a high-quality information space. These are shared responsibilities that serve the spiritual development of society and the future of the country, said Arman Kyrykbayev.

Among the awardees were representatives of the "Astana Opera" State Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Kulyash Baiseitova Kazakh National University of Arts, the Erkegali Rakhmadiyev State Academic Philharmonic, the Roza Baglanova "Qazaqconcert" State Academic Concert Organization, the Kurmangazy Kazakh National Conservatory, and other cultural and artistic institutions.

State awards were also presented to employees and veterans of the "Qazaqstan" TV channel, the "Khabar" Agency, "Balapan", "Abai TV", and "Astana" TV channels, the national newspaper "Kazakhstanskaya Pravda", as well as representatives of the National Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, the Minister congratulated the recipients on Republic Day. Arman Kyrykbayev highlighted the significance of the national holiday in reflecting the country's sovereignty and strengthening the unity of the people. He also expressed gratitude to the industry professionals for their many years of dedicated work and wished them good health, prosperity, creative inspiration, and professional success.