Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extends condolences over death of miners in Ulytau region

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev extends condolences over death of miners in Ulytau region

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed condolences to the families and loved ones of the miners who lost their lives in the Ulytau region. He instructed the government to thoroughly investigate the causes of the tragedy. Relevant agencies and the regional administration have been tasked with providing all necessary assistance to the miners’ families. The incident occurred yesterday at the Zhomart mine of the Kazakhmys Corporation. Due to a rock collapse, seven people were trapped under the rubble and lost their lives. On the Prime Minister’s instructions, a special commission has been formed to investigate the causes of the accident. The commission is headed by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev.