Smart Astana: The App That Connects Residents with the Local Government
Smart Astana is an Android app developed by Астана Innovations that aims to improve the quality of life and well-being of the residents of Nur-Sultan. The app offers free access to online services and provides instant access to important information for both residents and visitors of the city. Its main objective is to transform Nur-Sultan into a smart city, using information and communication technologies to improve the quality, productivity, and interactivity of urban services, reduce costs and resource consumption, and enhance communication between citizens and the government.
The app features services from various sectors, including transportation, energy, healthcare, education, and culture. It serves as a bridge between residents and local authorities, allowing them to observe and report improvements in response times and issue resolution. The app offers a range of services such as booking appointments with the local government, checking the validity of vehicle inspections, finding inspectors, checking administrative fines, and verifying the authenticity of medical certificates, among others. Users can also receive weather updates, information on changes in bus routes, and school cancellations. Smart Astana encourages residents to participate in the process of making Nur-Sultan a smart city and provides a democratic and convenient platform for them to do so.