Aral Sea Disaster: Ecological and Social Consequences in Uzbekistan

Authors

  • B.B. Umarov Assistant of Andijan Institute of Agriculture and Agrotechnologies
  • M.N. Rahmatov Student of Andijan Institute of Agriculture and Agrotechnologies
  • F.A.Akramjonov Student of Andijan Institute of Agriculture and Agrotechnologies

Keywords:

Aral Sea tragedy, Aral Sea, Ecological crisis, Amu Darya, Syrdarya, Desertification, Water resources, Environmental protection, Climate change, Ecology of Uzbekistan.

Abstract

This article discusses the drying of the Aral Sea and its impact on the
environment, economy and social life. The main causes of the drying of the Aral Sea, its
ecological consequences and the socio-health problems that have arisen in the region are
analyzed in detail. The article also outlines the measures taken by the government of
Uzbekistan and international organizations to restore the ecological balance and restore the
Aral Sea region. The Aral Sea tragedy shows the consequences of the disruption of the
ecological balance not only for the region, but also for the whole world. The article
highlights ways to solve this problem and global initiatives to preserve the environment.

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Published

2025-06-06

How to Cite

B.B. Umarov, M.N. Rahmatov, & F.A.Akramjonov. (2025). Aral Sea Disaster: Ecological and Social Consequences in Uzbekistan. NAZARIY VA AMALIY FANLARDAGI USTUVOR ISLOHOTLAR VA ZAMONAVIY TA’LIMNING INNOVATSION YO’NALISHLARI, 2(6), 30–36. Retrieved from https://innovativepublication.uz/index.php/NUZY/article/view/3471