North Kazakhstan sees historic voter turnout in constitutional referendum
North Kazakhstan Region held its constitutional referendum with strong public participation. Over 685,000 eligible voters took part, marking one of the highest turnouts in recent years. Regional officials highlighted the event's importance as a key step in post-independence reforms.
The referendum saw 581 polling stations set up across the region. Gauhar Nurmukhambetov, the regional akim (governor), cast his vote at station No. 595. He later congratulated Sabina Salykova, a first-time voter, and gave her a commemorative book about Magzhan Zhumabayev.
Turnout figures ranged between 77% and 81%, driven by government mobilisation and public interest. Nurmukhambetov praised citizens for their responsible approach to voting. Among the participants was the Nurtaev family, with three generations—including veteran public servant Amanzhol Nurtaev—taking part in the process. The referendum followed January's political crisis, making this constitutional reform a closely watched event. Regional efforts ensured widespread engagement, with officials emphasising its role in shaping the country's future.
The high turnout reflects the referendum's significance in North Kazakhstan. Nearly 685,000 voters contributed to the outcome, with families and first-time participants joining the process. The results will now form part of the broader constitutional changes following this year's reforms.
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