According to the author of the video, the boiled beef tongue on the counters shows signs of rotting, and the jelly is made using low-quality gelatin.
Dariya Japaroа, head of the food hygiene department at the Osh City Center for Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, noted that their agency did not grant permission for the opening of such trading points. "We opposed the operation of iftar markets and sent the relevant instructions to the city hall and municipal territorial administrations (MTA). This year, we did not recommend issuing permits, although it was done in the past. However, traders who signed contracts with the municipal property management continue their activities," she said, adding that control over street trading is under the jurisdiction of the MTA and the Internal Affairs Directorate of the city of Osh.
Jyldyzbek Saktanov, head of the territorial administration "Kyzyl-Kyshtak," stated that the situation is under control. "Traders received permission from the city hall. We monitor compliance with sanitary standards and prevent trading on the roadway. Sellers try to follow the requirements. This market operates every year, but no official full permit is issued for it," he said.
Myrlan Kazybay uulu, head of the urban planning and municipal property department of the Osh city hall, reported that this year, iftar markets are only allowed to be organized in two locations — on Mominov and March 8 streets. "Initially, we did not plan to issue permits for iftar markets, but after organized appeals from traders who committed to comply with all requirements, contracts were concluded. Under pressure from entrepreneurs, a decision was made to allow operations. Currently, the market is monitored daily," he clarified.
