17.11.22
The construction of second tracks on the Dostyk – Moiynty railway section has begun in the Karaganda region as part of the National Project "Strong Regions — the driver of the country's development", reports primeminister.kz. The launch of a new railway line with a length of 836 km will contribute to the uninterrupted export of domestic products and the growth of the transit potential of the country.
During the construction, it is planned to erect 419 artificial structures (5 large bridges, 87 small and medium bridges, 288 culverts, 14 road overpasses), as well as energy and communications facilities. The construction should be completed in the IV quarter of 2025.
Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov took part in the teleconference launch ceremony. In his speech, he noted that a strategically important project is being implemented on behalf of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and is of great importance for the development of the transit and transport potential of the republic.
The Prime Minister stressed that the share of local content will exceed 80% during the implementation of the project. In particular, the production of sleepers, rails, transformers, the supply of inert materials, sand and crushed stone will be carried out by local companies. In addition, about 3,700 people will be involved in the construction, and 500 people will receive permanent jobs during the operation of the railway line.
"The cumulative effect of its implementation will further increase budget revenues by 4.1 trillion tenge over 20 years," Alikhan Smailov said, launching work on a new railway section.
