In which cities besides Bishkek is there a smog problem? Response from the Ministry of Natural Resources
Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev noted that the level of smog is increasing in other populated areas as well.
“The situation is observed in Manas, as well as in Osh and some populated areas of the Osh region. We have created an interagency commission and are exchanging experiences in combating this problem,” he reported.
Kozyuev added that joint efforts with local authorities are already yielding results, as the level of smog has noticeably decreased.
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