Kazakhstan holds referendum on first nuclear power plant amid colorful voter turnout

Today, Kazakhstan is holding a historic referendum on the construction of its first nuclear power plant. Polls opened at 6 a.m., as citizens gathered to cast their ballots on this crucial issue. However, some voters brought an unexpected twist to the occasion, Kazinform News Agency reports.

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Among the crowd were individuals dressed up as popular characters, including the Joker, Deadpool, Sub-Zero, Captain America, Batman, and a dinosaur, adding a playful and surreal atmosphere to the event. Meanwhile, a participant in the Miss Universe Kazakhstan crown and another woman sporting a bathrobe with a towel wrapped around her head didn’t even raise eyebrows — a testament to the lively and diverse spirit of the day.

The referendum is seen as a pivotal moment for Kazakhstan’s energy future, but it’s clear that the creativity and personality of its citizens are also shining through.