On October 8, 2018, a solemn ceremony for laying the foundations of modern villages in the territories of Kopetdag and Ovadendepe districts of Gokdepe province and Bakherden fine carpet producing enterprise building was organized.
Province and district mayors, respected elders, the representatives of public organizations, media and local citizens attended these ceremonies. Upon the instruction of the Chairman of the Mejlis (parliament), Serdar Berdimuhamedov as the head of delegation comprised of national parliamentarians has attended the ceremonies.
Two large sets of residential houses having area of 108 hectares each will be constructed in the territories of Kopetdag and Ovadendepe districts of Gokdepe province. It is planned to construct in each of the districts 400 residential houses, schools with the capacity for 640 pupils, health care centers, and kindergartens with the capacity for 320 children, as well as administration buildings for municipalities and trade centers.
Another event was the ceremony of laying the foundation of Bakherden fine carpet producing enterprise building. The establishment of this enterprise will help to create not only additional 150 jobs, but also contribute to support and develop unique carpet making tradition which is a pride of Turkmen nation.
Addressing with the statement on behalf of parliamentarians, Member of Parliament Serdar Berdimuhamedov underlined that, comprehensive programs, fundamental reforms and present projects will help to develop in the short-run economy of Ahal region and improve living standards of the population.