The Ministry of Natural Resources has identified hundreds of violations: turtles, nets, and fines in the millions

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The Ministry of Natural Resources identified hundreds of violations: turtles, nets, and fines amounting to millions
In 2025, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision conducted 42 inspections and 561 raids, which revealed 567 violations. Fines totaling 3 million 907 thousand 500 soms were imposed, of which 3 million 594 thousand 500 soms were successfully collected.

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During 99 raids on Lake Issyk-Kul, 63 fines were issued amounting to 335 thousand 500 soms. Additionally, lawsuits totaling 3 million 38 thousand 162 soms were filed, from which 2 million 371 thousand 893 soms were collected, and 30 thousand 600 meters of synthetic fishing nets were destroyed.



A total of 56 thousand 900 meters of illegal synthetic fishing nets were confiscated across the country.

At Manas International Airport, a case of illegal transportation of shot birds was recorded. The violator was sued for 265 thousand 500 soms, which was fully collected.

Furthermore, at the Dostuk checkpoint, 200 sea turtles were detained and subsequently transferred to the Osh Zoo.

In accordance with the presidential decree, an inventory of 1 thousand 267 recreational facilities was conducted. The region has 226 wastewater treatment facilities; however, 868 guest houses still lack treatment systems, violating environmental safety standards.

The service emphasizes that efforts to protect natural resources, combat poaching, and monitor environmental objects will continue.
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