A farewell ceremony for the famous poet and writer Mukhtar Shakhanov is taking place at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theater in Almaty, reports Todayinfo.kz news agency. Many writers and public figures have gathered for the event.
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A farewell ceremony for the famous poet and writer Mukhtar Shakhanov is taking place at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theater in Almaty, reports Todayinfo.kz news agency.
Many writers and public figures have gathered for the event. Poets and writers from neighboring countries have also arrived.

The theater is full; many people are coming to bid farewell to the poet. Mournful music is playing in the hall. Representatives of the intelligentsia, public figures, and comrades have come to see Shakhanov off on his final journey. Singer Dimash Kudaibergen also came and paid tribute to the poet.

It should be noted that speeches at the farewell ceremony for Mukhtar Shakhanov are expected from Senate Chairman Maulen Ashimbayev, Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva, and Akim of Almaty Darkhan Satybaldy.

Let us recall that on April 19, the prominent Kazakh poet, writer and public figure Mukhtar Shakhanov passed away at the age of 84.
Mukhtar Shakhanov is a figure who has become a symbol not only of Kazakh literature but also of the national spirit. He went down in history as a writer who boldly raised pressing societal issues in his works, especially the truth about the December events.

Mukhtar Shakhanov was one of the outstanding figures who created lofty works and managed to combine poetry with a civic stance.
His works, which brought new style and breath to the world of poetry, introducing novelty and depth to the development of Kazakh poetry, have become a valuable treasure of our spirituality.
He set an example of a high civic position, expressing thoughtful and passionate opinions on complex social issues concerning the fate of the country and the people.

Mukhtar Shakhanov's resilient character, high spirit, steadfastness on the path of justice, and loyalty to national interests will forever remain in the people's memory.
Mukhtar Shakhanov is an outstanding figure who made an invaluable contribution to Kazakh culture. He dedicated his life to creativity and the spirituality of the nation, leaving a rich legacy that serves as an example for future generations. His works have been published in more than 50 languages of the world.