“Everything will be different now”: A new social protection law has entered into force in Uzbekistan
A historic document has been adopted in Uzbekistan that will directly impact the lifestyles and social assistance systems for millions of citizens. The new Law “On Social Work” not only fundamentally changes the procedure for receiving assistance but also introduces new requirements for services ranging from medicine and education to those provided via the internet. Who will these revolutionary changes—which reach from your local neighborhood (mahalla) to courts and law enforcement agencies—actually benefit, and what opportunities will they provide?
Zamin.uz has gathered the most important details of the new law and the unexpected innovations created for the population.
“Under the control of the Presidential Agency”: How does the new system work?
Officially adopted on July 23, 2026, Law No. O‘RQ–1159 has elevated the field of social protection in our country from merely paying benefits to a level of professional activity that enhances human potential and opportunities.
The most important rule in the law:
Social work will now be organized based on a unified system across medical, educational, social protection, employment, judicial, law enforcement, and correctional institutions. The National Agency for Social Protection has been designated as the primary executive and authorized body in this field.
From the mahalla to the internet: A 3-tier new assistance system
From now on, social services and assistance will be divided into 3 main levels based on the citizen's needs. This serves to prevent bureaucratic hurdles and excessive paperwork.
Service Level | Where and how is it provided? | Main characteristic |
Primary | In the mahalla, at the citizen's place of residence | Most immediate and daily support |
Specialized | In special social institutions | Targeted assistance for specific problems |
Highly specialized | In stationary centers and via the internet | Complex cases and online support |
An important aspect is that for any social service or assistance to be provided, the official request and consent of the citizen or their legal representative is mandatory.
Who is responsible if the law is broken? The authority of the Special Inspection
To ensure that social assistance is targeted and reaches those in need fairly, the state has established a separate control mechanism.
The Social Inspection under the National Agency for Social Protection will carry out strict oversight in the following areas:
Compliance with legislative requirements in social protection of the population;
Quality of social services and their timely provision;
Transparency and fairness criteria in the allocation of social assistance.
Do your loved ones and friends know about this news?
It is clear that this important law adopted in our country will make life easier for many families and our fellow citizens in need of social protection.
Send this useful and important information to your loved ones in need of social assistance, to your mahalla chats, and to your friends immediately!
Do you think the social service system provided in the mahalla will yield the expected results? Leave your thoughts and comments below!
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