On November 6, Azim Akhmedkhadjaev, Director of the Atomic Energy Agency of Uzbekistan (Uzatom), held a meeting with residents of the village of Bogdon in the Farish District of the Jizzakh Region. Around 500 people took part in the hybrid-format event. The main topics included employment at the future nuclear power plant facilities, vocational education, and the training of specialists for the plant's construction and operation.
Residents asked about internship opportunities, specialized education, and mid-level personnel training programs. The head of Uzatom announced plans to establish a specialized industrial zone and a nuclear town in the district. In addition, professional training programs for specialists are scheduled to launch next year. When recruiting personnel for the project, priority will be given to local residents.
Following the meeting, citizens' appeals were recorded for further review and monitoring. Representatives of the district administration, relevant Uzatom departments, construction organizations, and educational institutions also took part in the discussion. The agency intends to continue meetings with the public to keep residents informed about the progress of the nuclear project and employment opportunities.