The deputy raised the issue of a critical delay in equipping educational institutions in Uzbekistan, noting the absence of both computer classes and electronic boards in schools. The Minister of Preschool and School Education, E'zozxon Karimova, had previously stated that by the end of October, schools should receive 1350 sets of computer classes and electronic boards.
This issue was discussed during the review of the implementation of the state program under the 'Uzbekistan - 2030' strategy for the first half of 2026. Deputy Zukhriddin Mavlonov emphasized that it was planned to create 1000 new computer classes and purchase 6300 electronic boards by December. A budget of 350 billion soms has been allocated for these needs: 100 billion soms for boards, and 250 billion soms for computer classes.
Mavlonov stated that according to the report, no new computer classes had been created and no electronic boards purchased during the past period; there was only information about the announcement of a tender. He stressed that there was about a week before the start of the new academic year, questioning why the equipment had not yet been installed despite the availability of funds, responsible persons, and deadlines.
Increase in the number of computer classes
In response to the deputy's questions, Minister E'zozxon Karimova clarified that in accordance with the state budget law for equipping schools in 2026, initially, 1000 computer classes were planned using 250 billion soms. However, based on the results of preliminary expert review, it was decided to purchase not 1000, but 1350 sets of computer classes.
The Minister reported that preliminary expert conclusions have been received, tender auctions have been announced, and state procurement will follow. Regarding electronic boards, an additional 100 billion soms has been allocated for their purchase. The first tender for boards was announced on July 12, but since a winner was not determined, the ministry held a repeat tender on August 10. The selection of winners is scheduled for August 26, after which all purchases will be completed, and all necessary sets will be delivered to schools by the end of October, allowing the state program targets to be met.
As of May 1, 2026, 69% of schools lack Wi-Fi zones, 5000 computer classes are considered obsolete, and such classes are non-functional in 2000 schools. In this regard, the president instructed that measures be taken by 2030 to update 16 thousand computer classes, provide free Wi-Fi to schools, and increase internet connection speed.