Regional Cultural Project "Caravan of Unity" Launches as Part of the World Nomad Games 2026

The "Birimdik Kerbeni" project is a national Water Relay highlighting the vital value of water for the Kyrgyz Republic and its symbolic significance at the World Nomad Games.

For the Kyrgyz people, water is a source of life, purity, and continuity. In the concept of the Games, it symbolizes unity and renewal.

The project covers all regions of the country, showcasing cultural richness and reinforcing the idea of national unity. "Birimdik Kerbeni" engages the population in the preparations for the VI World Nomad Games well in advance, giving each region the opportunity to contribute to this international event.

Stages of the project:

1. By December 31, 2025, qualifying events are held in all regions of the Kyrgyz Republic to determine:

• the Baatyrs of the regions — representatives of each region of the country;
• the Elchiler — well-known and outstanding representatives of the region who have made a significant contribution to its development;
• the Sacred Source — the most famous water source of the region (a lake, river, spring, etc.).

1. In June 2026, the Chief Baatyr will ascend to the glaciers of Khan Tengri Peak to fill the country's Main Vessel (Kookor) with water symbolizing the unity of the Kyrgyz people. After the ceremony, the vessel will be delivered to the Main Water Repository in the city of Bishkek.

Also, starting in June 2026, each region will hold ceremonies of filling the regional vessels (Kookor) with water from the sacred sources, as well as Water Honoring Ceremonies. Upon completion of the ceremonies, the vessels will be placed in the regional Water Repositories, which will open to residents and guests of the region.

1. By August 15, 2026, the Baatyrs will deliver the regional vessels (Kookor) to the city of Bishkek, where they will be placed in the Main Water Repository, open to residents and guests of the capital.
2. On August 31, 2026, the day of the grand opening ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games, the Chief Baatyr, the Baatyrs of the regions, and the Elchiler, as part of a ceremonial Caravan, will proceed to the Azattyk Arena stadium to take part in the ceremony.

During the opening ceremony, the vessels of water (Kookor) collected from all regions of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the water brought by the delegations of the participating countries, will be ceremonially united in a Single Vessel symbolizing unity, harmony, and mutual respect among peoples.