Deputies of the Committee on Ecology and Environmental Protection of the Legislative Chamber of the Oliy Majlis Familiarised Themselves with the Activities of Organisations under the Ministry
2026-10-21 15:15:00 / News
During a roundtable discussion with the deputies, participants discussed ongoing efforts, existing challenges and possible solutions in the field of groundwater protection and sustainable use. A memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Committee and the Ministry. The document aims to improve legislation on the sustainable use and protection of groundwater, facilitate joint monitoring and analytical activities, and develop proposals to prevent and address violations.
The discussions also included the presentation of analytical materials on measures taken to implement the Committee's decision of 21 April 2026, adopted following monitoring and analytical activities concerning the sustainable use and protection of groundwater in Samarkand and Navoiy regions. Particular attention was paid to the work carried out, results achieved and outstanding challenges.
The deputies also familiarised themselves with the activities of the State Institution "Centre for Subsoil Use" and the Inspectorate for Supervision in the Mining Industry and Geology. They were briefed on the procedures for offering subsoil plots at auction, the permit issuance system, regulatory oversight mechanisms and opportunities available to entrepreneurs.
At the State Institution "Uzbekhydrogeology", discussions focused on state monitoring of groundwater and hazardous geological processes, the activities of regional hydrogeological stations, the capabilities of the situation centre, the permit issuance system and information exchange with relevant ministries and agencies.
At the State Institution "GIDROINGEO Institute", presentations covered research laboratories, groundwater digitalisation and modelling activities, and chemical laboratory analyses. The visit programme also included a tour of the State Geological Museum.