The issue of supporting kayaking in the Issyk-Kul region was discussed during a meeting between President Sadyr Japarov and residents of the Issyk-Kul district and the city of Balykchy. The initiative to increase budget funds was proposed by a regional athlete.
Shortage of equipment and funds
Athlete Erlan Sultangaziev, who won a silver medal at this year's Asian Canoe Sprint Championships in China, reported the difficulties athletes face. According to him, while the region has promising young talents, the development of this Olympic sport is hindered by a lack of funds for purchasing expensive equipment, such as kayaks, and for conducting training camps.
"Currently, 4 million som is allocated annually, and that is only for training camps. We ask for the volume of allocated funds to be increased by at least 2-3 times."
In response to the appeal, the head of state instructed the relevant authorities to review the funding volumes. According to the decision, the budget will be doubled, allowing additional funds to be directed toward providing athletes with necessary equipment and developing the training base.
Budget Change
Annual funding for rowing sports
President Sadyr Japarov has taken the issue of increasing funding under his personal control.
