Nur-Sultan Mayor Explains Absence from Visit to Family of Accident Victim

Nur-Sultan Bus Accident: Mayor Addresses Family Visit Amidst Public Outcry A tragic bus accident in Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, has left an 8-year-old girl without legs and sparked public concern. The incident occurred on [Date of accident] on Republic Avenue. Fifteen passengers were injured; three critically, including the young girl. The bus driver is in custody, and a criminal investigation is underway. Mayor Zhanibek Kasymbek addressed the public's concern regarding his absence from a personal visit to the injured girl's family. "My colleagues, including my deputy, have visited the girl's mother and daughter several times. Yesterday, the children's ombudsman also visited, and today my deputy will be going again." The mayor also confirmed plans for substantial financial aid: "We are planning to provide around 20 million tenge from insurance and an additional 10 million tenge from the administration. We will also resolve the housing issue for them." The video highlights the public's demand for accountability and the ongoing investigation to determine the accident's cause. While the driver's culpability is yet to be determined, the incident raises questions about potential indirect responsibility from city authorities. The provision of aid to the family offers a positive note amidst the tragedy.