A new head has been appointed to the water agency in Uzbekistan.

The Ministry of Water Resources of the Republic of Uzbekistan has announced the appointment of a new Deputy Minister. This position, combined with the role of Director of the Agency for the Operation of Water Management Facilities, has been taken up by Zakir Ishpulotov. Previously, Ishpulotov served as a chief specialist in the Secretariat for Investments, Export, Trade, Agriculture, and Water Resources of the Cabinet of Ministers.

The new head of the agency possesses extensive experience in the field of water management. In 2005, he graduated from the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Melioration, earning the qualification of hydraulic engineer. Four years later, in 2009, Ishpulotov completed his master's degree at the same institute. Additionally, he holds a PhD in Technical Sciences.

The appointment of Zakir Ishpulotov to his new position is linked to the critical tasks facing the country's water sector. His responsibilities include ensuring stable water supply for the population and agriculture, as well as the rational use of water resources within established limits. The agency director will need to oversee the operation modes of pumping stations and implement measures aimed at reducing electricity consumption in this sector.

Effective management of water resources is a key factor for the sustainable development of the agricultural sector and the economy of Uzbekistan as a whole, and the success of this strategic task largely depends on the activities of the new Deputy Minister. The Ministry of Water Resources expresses confidence that Zakir Ishpulotov's knowledge and experience will enable him to successfully fulfill his responsibilities.