How can we make our city a better place to live?

Heavy traffic congestion, air pollution, and littering are some of the most serious problems of modern cities. Our city is no exception. So how can we help make the city a more pleasant place for its residents? What measures should we take to eliminate these problems?

First of all, it would be a good idea to encourage people to use public transport, especially when going to work, instead of their own cars. It would also be appropriate for people to walk to their workplaces, which are short distances, while adhering to a healthy lifestyle and adhering to the useful habits that we are promoting. As a result, the car accidents, traffic violations, and tragic incidents that lead to a person’s death that are happening before our eyes will become a rarity. According to experts’ data from the last year, 2188 people died and 8901 were injured in 9226 traffic accidents in Uzbekistan last year (an annual decrease of less than 1%). According to the WHO, the annual reduction in deaths per 100,000 people is quite significant – from 6.9 in 2021 to 5.7 in 2025 (-17%).

Secondly, one of the most serious obstacles of nature that puts the whole world in a problematic situation is air pollution. The level of deterioration of the ambient air (if we start from our own country) is shown differently in each region and city. Over the past 2 years, to solve this problem, it is Shavkat Mirziyoyev who has been implementing drastic and environmentally friendly measures. Under the chairmanship of our President, on March 29, 2024, it was planned to plant 125 million seedlings within the framework of the “Green Space” project. This project has also been confirmed and is currently showing its effectiveness.

Finally, maintaining environmental cleanliness and raising the population’s environmental awareness are interrelated and important factors in transforming the city into a healthy area. Experts say that improperly managed waste leads to soil, water and air pollution, increasing the risk of various diseases. For example, in areas where a waste sorting and recycling system has been established, the ecological situation has improved significantly. In addition, garbage accumulated in open areas causes the proliferation of harmful microorganisms and insects. Therefore, it is necessary to install sufficient garbage cans on the streets, develop a waste recycling system, and take measures against illegal dumping.

In conclusion, there are many ways to make our city a better place to live. Implementing these measures will clearly provide better conditions for everyone.