Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- Following a trip to Samarkand region, President of Uzbekistam Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with khokims and heads of sectors.

At the meeting, which was held in a critical spirit, issues of socio-economic development of cities and regions were considered. It was indicated that signs of corruption and nepotism were revealed in the actions of individual khokims. Some leaders ignored the concerns of the population. The improvement of drinking water supply, heat and electricity supply has not been ensured despite the allocation of the necessary funds.

Misuse of subsidies for the introduction of water-saving technologies was noted. The proportion of problem loans in the banks of the region has increased, cases of theft of funds intended for preferential loans have been identified. The number of traffic accidents and crimes has increased.

For irresponsible attitude to official duties, serious shortcomings and mistakes in work, the khokims of two districts, a number of heads of territorial departments were relieved of their posts. Instructions were given to eliminate shortcomings and improve the well-being of mahallas.

- We have set ourselves very high goals and people expect practical results from us. I fired 10 executives today. From now on, the demand for non-working managers will be very tough. Everyone should learn a lesson, the head of state said at the end of the meeting.

On this, the trip of the head of our state to Samarkand region ended, he returned to Tashkent.