A new settlement, Bitaraplyk, and road bridges were opened in the Taze Yol geneshlik of Koneurgench etrap of Dashoguz velayat. The event was timed to coincide with the 34th anniversary of independence and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, according to the state news agency TDH.

The settlement was built as part of the National Rural Development Programme and includes 400 residential buildings, a school with 420 places, a kindergarten, a health centre, a cultural centre, administrative and residential facilities, as well as a park and a shopping centre.

The ceremony was attended by representatives of the authorities, public organisations and residents of the region. Participants were read an address by the President of Turkmenistan, Serdar Berdimuhamedov, who emphasised that the construction of new settlements and infrastructure reflects the rapid development of the country.

The first cars have already crossed the new bridges, and the first families celebrated their housewarming in the village. Residents expressed their gratitude for the comfortable living conditions that have been created.

The opening of Bitaraplyk is part of the implementation of Turkmenistan's long-term socio-economic development programmes aimed at improving living standards and strengthening social infrastructure in the regions.