According to the Bishkek City Police Department, land plots worth a total of 150 million soms, covering an area of 6 hectares, have been returned to the state, located in the residential area of "Kok-Zhar".
It is worth noting that on August 5, the Akimat of the October District of Bishkek began the process of demolishing structures that were built illegally within the contour No. 172 of the "Kok-Zhar" residential area. This caused significant discontent among local residents, who feared that their homes could also be demolished, as the land had not undergone the necessary transformation and remains classified as agricultural land.
On the following day, August 6, several citizens attempted to block the road at the intersection of Akhunbaev and Dostoevsky streets. This action was recorded as a violation under Article 279 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Illegal blocking of roads"). As a result, five activists were detained, and another 17 individuals were held accountable under Article 128 of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Disobedience to a lawful demand of a police officer").
An investigation has also been initiated under Article 336 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Corruption"), during which 14 people, including officials, were detained.
According to the city administration, out of 1,089 inspected plots in contour No. 172, 209 are completed residential houses, 85 are foundations, 78 are unfinished structures, and 704 remain vacant. Out of 385 buildings, 149 may be amnestied, while 236 are recognized as illegal and subject to demolition.
The situation has created social tension, as many residents claim they legally purchased land plots and built their homes, receiving utility services and expecting the legalization of their property. Mayor Aibek Junushaliev assured that citizens' rights would be respected but noted that the constructions were erected on agricultural land without the necessary permits, justifying the ongoing demolition.
During the investigative actions, six citizens agreed to return land plots totaling 6 hectares to state ownership, valued at 150 million soms, transferring them to the balance of the State Property Management Fund.
