Media tour in Jizzakh highlights modest weddings and drug addiction prevention

Press conference and media tour in Jizzakh

In Jizzakh, jointly the press service of the Association of Mahallas of Uzbekistan and Mahalla media LLC organized a press conference and media tour with the participation of media representatives. The event discussed holding weddings and family celebrations without excessive expenses, preventing wastefulness, protecting young people from drug addiction, and creating a safe environment in mahallas.

Weddings without debt

Participants emphasized that organizing celebrations in line with national values, in a compact and meaningful way, protects families from unnecessary expenses and debts. The value of a wedding, according to the speakers, is determined not by lavishness or money spent, but by good intentions, sincerity, and the unity of loved ones. It was noted that the pursuit of excessive luxury and the desire to keep up with others can lead some families into financial hardship. In this regard, the role of targeted work by the mahalla's 'seven', elders (aksakals) and the public, as well as promoting a culture of thrift, was highlighted.

Visit to mahallas and drug addiction prevention

After the press conference journalists visited the Jizzakh mahallas of 'Jizzaxlik' and 'Madaniyat'. In 'Jizzaxlik' they were shown work on ensuring employment, reducing poverty, supporting entrepreneurial initiatives, and helping families in need. In 'Madaniyat', preventive work was presented on preventing drug addiction, protecting young people from harmful habits, and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Experts' position

Experts noted that in the fight against drug addiction it is important not only to address the consequences but also to prevent the causes: meaningfully organizing young people's free time, engaging them in sports, education, and crafts, fostering a healthy environment in families, and increasing parental responsibility. It was also reported that in Jizzakh Region, prevention inspectors carry out outreach work to prevent crime and offenses. In conclusion, it was emphasized that reducing wastefulness at celebrations, protecting young people, and strengthening a safe environment in mahallas require cooperation between state and public organizations, mahalla activists, elders, and parents.

Context

The event shows how mahalla structures link two social problems: families' debt burden from lavish celebrations and young people's vulnerability to harmful habits. According to the publication, both topics are to be advanced through targeted work on the ground and cooperation with parents and the public. In practical terms, this means continuing awareness work in mahallas and preventive activities by inspectors in the region; sources do not report any specific measures or programs with figures.