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Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Inspects the Construction of the 30,000-Capacity Mosque in Arkadag City
28 May. 03:42The National Leader of the Turkmen People and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, visited the construction site of the landmark 30,000-capacity mosque being built in Arkadag City. The grand structure is developed as a centerpiece architectural project within the second phase of the new smart city's expansion.
According to the "Watan" news program, Hajji Arkadag—who holds the distinguished title of "Honored Architect of Turkmenistan"—was fully briefed on the current execution pace, interior design concepts, and materials selected for the complex. The National Leader reviewed digital renderings and structural blueprints showcasing the underfloor heating systems, custom praying carpets, marble floor patterns, minaret structural layouts, and Islamic calligraphic inscriptions chosen for the walls and the Mihrab.
The Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty emphasized that maintaining pristine structural quality and completing the spiritual complex on schedule remain non-negotiable requirements. Underscoring the importance of combining modern engineering standards with traditional heritage motifs, Hajji Arkadag provided essential design guidance and practical recommendations to the project supervisors.
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Modern Maternal and Child Healthcare Center Opens Its Doors in Balkanabat
Today in 08:38In celebration of the National Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industry Workers' Day, a state-of-the-art Maternal and Child Healthcare Center was officially inaugurated in the city of Balkanabat. The landmark event gathered regional and municipal officials, members of the Halk Maslahaty and Parliament, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. The opening ceremony featured festive cultural performances, musical numbers, and traditional Kushtdepdi dances.
The newly constructed medical complex consists of four- and five-story buildings designed to accommodate up to 305 patients. The center houses comprehensive maternity and postnatal wards, a gynecology division, pediatric units, and diagnostic consultation departments. The facility is equipped with advanced medical technology, including MRI, CT scanners, digital mammography, and fluorography units.
Notably, the center features the region's first 10-bed neonatal intensive care unit, fully outfitted with "Medicor" incubators from Hungary and high-precision German monitoring systems. These technologies allow medical staff to continuously monitor vital stats, body temperature, oxygen saturation, and respiratory functions of newborns.
During the ceremony, outstanding builders from the "Shadiyan Gurlushyk" enterprise were honored with gifts on behalf of the President of Turkmenistan, who also donated a new fleet of vehicles to support the medical center's operations.
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