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Prosecutor General's Office: Three civil servants involved in campaigning have been dismissed

As of November 30, the prosecutor's office received 25 applications and complaints related to the early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. This was reported by the prosecutor of the Main Department of the General Prosecutor's Office, Samat Junusov, at a press conference. He noted that 11 appeals were forwarded to the internal affairs authorities, six to the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. The prosecutor's office refused to initiate criminal proceedings

30.11.2025, 19:36
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Residents of Karkyra Showed Activity in the Elections for the Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

In the Tyup district, in the high-altitude village of Karkyra, early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh are ongoing. This was reported by Aizat Orozbekova, the chairperson of the precinct election commission 3077. According to her information, 153 voters are registered in Karkyra. During the 10 hours of voting, 86 people cast their votes, which is more than 50% of the total number of registered voters. "Karkyra is a unique place, located at a high altitude and on the border.

30.11.2025, 19:15
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Elections of Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh — How Voting is Proceeding in District No. 27

In the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 27, which includes the Issyk-Kul, Tyup, and Ak-Suu districts, 120 polling stations are operational. A total of 157,000 voters are registered in the constituency, who have the opportunity to choose one of 24 candidates. In the territory of the Issyk-Kul district, 40 polling stations have been opened. Voting here is taking place actively, with the participation of 64,514 citizens listed in the voter rolls.

30.11.2025, 19:06
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In the Tonsk District, a 99-year-old grandmother participated in the voting

Zariya Musazhanova, a 99-year-old resident of the Ton district in the Issyk-Kul region, came to the elections to cast her vote. As reported by a member of the precinct commission, the grandmother became the oldest voter at the polling station. She was given immense gratitude for her active participation and received commemorative gifts.

30.11.2025, 18:47
KFB, Mastercard, and "Eldik Bank" are developing professional football
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KFB, Mastercard, and "Eldik Bank" are developing professional football

The signing ceremony brought together several key figures: the first vice-president of KFB Nurdin Bukuev, the general manager of Mastercard in Central and Eastern Europe Suleiman Sozeri, the director of 'Eldik Bank' Medet Tairov, the vice-president of the Kyrgyz Professional Football League Ilgiz Sadraliev, and the famous English player Sol Campbell.

30.11.2025, 18:42
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Elections in the Jalal-Abad Region are taking place without violations, police officers are working in an enhanced mode

During the elections in the Jalal-Abad region, more than 1,000 police officers are monitoring public safety, as reported by the regional police department's press service. According to the agency, law enforcement is operating in an enhanced mode to prevent violations and ensure safety at the polling stations. So far, no serious violations of the law have been registered, and the socio-political situation in the region remains stable.

30.11.2025, 18:35
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In Kemin, they are electing deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and dancing

At polling station No. 7017, located in the village of Kyzyl-Suu in the Chym-Korgon ayil district of the Kemin region, as well as at other stations in the Chui region, the elections are taking place in an atmosphere of calm and positivity. According to reports from observers, at some polling stations in the region, voters are not only actively participating in the voting process but are also creating a festive atmosphere — chatting, singing, and even dancing. Local residents note the

30.11.2025, 18:21
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Elections of Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh — How the Akim of the Toguz-Torou District Voted

As part of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the Toguz-Torou district of the Jalal-Abad region, Akim Manasbek Murataliev visited the polling station located at the "Kazarman" airport. He came to vote accompanied by his son. The Akim emphasized the importance of an active civic position and urged local residents to participate actively in the election process. "Every citizen must responsibly fulfill their duties," he noted.

30.11.2025, 18:19
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Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. 14,281 Kyrgyzstanis voted abroad

As of 16:00 Bishkek time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that 14,281 citizens of the country are participating in the voting abroad. The voting process continues in various countries around the world at 89 polling stations. These stations are open in countries such as Russia, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Hungary, Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, France, and others. Voting has

30.11.2025, 18:14
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In the village of Luxembourg, a girl voted in the elections on the day of her wedding

In the village of Luxembourg, a memorable incident occurred: a bride dressed in a wedding gown made a stop at a polling station before heading to her wedding to fulfill her civic duty and vote. The polling station workers warmly welcomed the young woman, congratulated her on this important event, presented her with flowers, and wished her happiness in her new endeavor.

30.11.2025, 18:12
Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. Kyrgyzstanis Vote for the First Time in Nizhny Novgorod
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Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. Kyrgyzstanis Vote for the First Time in Nizhny Novgorod

In Nizhny Novgorod, for the first time in history, Kyrgyz citizens living in this region had the opportunity to participate in the parliamentary elections of their country. This became possible thanks to the opening of the honorary consulate of the Kyrgyz Republic in February 2025, which gave a new impetus for citizens' participation in democratic processes. A correspondent from 24.kg also visited the polling station. The polling station is located in the office of the honorary consul in

30.11.2025, 18:03
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Residents of Karakol Came to the Early Elections of Deputies with Hopes for the Country's Development (Survey)

Recently, elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place in Karakol, and our correspondent spoke with voters to learn about their mood and desires. 78-year-old resident of the city, Zholdosh Isaev, expressed his congratulations on the occasion of the elections and shared that his vote was cast with hope for a wise choice by the people and the prosperity of the country.

30.11.2025, 17:58
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In Nookat, a temporary technical failure occurred in the issuance of the ballot at site No. 5399.

At polling station No. 5399, located in Nookat, there was a failure in the technical system, resulting in only part of the information being displayed on the receipt, and the ballot itself was not printed. This was reported by the members of the precinct commission. In connection with this malfunction, a corresponding act was drawn up. Soon the problem was resolved, and the voter was issued a properly formatted ballot.

30.11.2025, 17:53
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Fire broke out at the sanitary landfill. Arson is suspected.

In the southeastern part of the city, at the site of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek Sanitary Landfill," a fire broke out. The city administration reports that the fire has been localized, and there is currently no threat of further spread. To combat the fire, two fire crews from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Bishkek were dispatched to the scene, and the services of Municipal Enterprises "Tazalyk" and "Bishkekzelenstroy" were also involved, each

30.11.2025, 17:47
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In electoral district No. 29, 15,727 people voted by 12:00.

In electoral district No. 29, which includes the cities of Balakchy, and the Kochkor and Jumgal districts, as of 12:00, 15,727 people have voted, which is 11%, reported Talantbek Akimbaev, a representative of the Central Election Commission for the Kochkor, Jumgal, Toguz-Toro districts, and the city of Balakchy. According to him, there are 102 polling stations operating in the district.

30.11.2025, 17:33
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At polling station No. 5310, there was a malfunction in the equipment, specialists resolved the issues.

At polling station No. 5310, located in school No. 7 named after N. Narimanov in Osh, there was a malfunction in the voting device. This was reported by the chairperson of the precinct commission, Feruza Paizuldayeva. According to Paizuldayeva, the station opened at 08:00 with the performance of the national anthem, and preparations began at 07:00. "Approximately at 12:00, the ballot reception device broke down. We immediately notified the district electoral commission. The technical team

30.11.2025, 17:28
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Tynchtyk Shainazarov commented on the candidates for deputies who ignored the debates

At the briefing held on November 30, the head of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, reported that significant efforts had been made to organize the debates. He noted that local authorities had prepared the necessary venues and gathered voters to familiarize them with the candidates' programs. However, the candidates did not show up for the debates, for which the Central Election Commission cannot penalize them. "Despite all the preparations, it turned out to be in

30.11.2025, 17:21
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In the Nookat District, 511 voters have cast their ballots by 14:00, with 14 people voting remotely.

At polling station No. 5398 in the village of Boston, 511 voters were registered by 2:00 PM, among whom 14 people used remote voting, as reported by the chairperson of the station, Nurzhan Dooranova. She added that this station is demonstrating high voter activity today. According to local data, there are 2,661 registered voters at the station. The elections are taking place in a calm and organized environment. The territorial electoral commission reports on the operation of 105 polling

30.11.2025, 17:00
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Elections for Deputies of the Local Council at an Altitude of 3500 Meters — How Gold Miners and Military Personnel Vote

In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, residents, military personnel, and employees of a gold mining company are voting for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh at remote polling stations. As reported by Turmush, a vehicle carrying specialists heading to polling station No. 3206 in the remote Ak-Shiyrak zone of the Jeti-Oguz district got stuck in ice while crossing the Kara-Say River on the night of November 29.

30.11.2025, 16:57
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In Osha, at site No. 5311, a voter photographed the ballot — commission members took action

At polling station No. 5311, located in the "Möl Bulak" kindergarten in Osh, an incident occurred involving the photographing of a ballot. According to the information from the chairman of the precinct election commission, Sardor Kabulov, one of the voters took a photo of the ballot using a mobile phone. Commission members demanded the deletion of this image and temporarily confiscated the device for inspection.

30.11.2025, 16:37
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Elections to the City Council: In Manas, the speaker of the city council and his wife elected deputies

The chairman of the Manas City Council, Nurtilek Bolotov, participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh on November 30, voting at polling station No. 2097. He came to the elections with his wife and fulfilled his civic duty. The speaker of the city council urged voters to contribute to the conduct of fair and transparent elections, noting that every vote is significant for the future of the country.

30.11.2025, 16:32
"Red" and "Green" Books on Real Estate in Kyrgyzstan Canceled
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"Red" and "Green" Books on Real Estate in Kyrgyzstan Canceled

Now the Cadastral Plan is the Only Document In the country, the familiar green and red books concerning land ownership and real estate are no longer in effect. According to the new Land Code, the cadastral plan becomes the only official document that confirms ownership rights to a property, functioning as its "passport".

30.11.2025, 16:23
In Astana and Almaty, iconic landmarks were illuminated in support of the campaign against violence
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In Astana and Almaty, iconic landmarks were illuminated in support of the campaign against violence

In Almaty and Astana, iconic landmarks were illuminated with orange lighting as part of the international campaign "16 Days Against Violence." This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. "The color orange symbolizes warmth, hope, and solidarity. It emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights of every individual and demonstrates zero tolerance for any forms of violence. During these days, key

30.11.2025, 16:16
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Elections in the Jogorku Kenesh: Deputies are being elected at the "Osh" airport — over 150 have already voted

Remote voting at the "Osh" International Airport began on November 30 as part of the early parliamentary elections. The airport's deputy director for production issues, Asan Moldakunov, reported this. There are two polling stations located within the airport — No. 9501 and No. 9502. "Both stations opened in the morning. So far, there have been no technical failures or violations. At polling station No. 9501, 102 people have voted, and at polling station No. 9502, 50 voters

30.11.2025, 16:10
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Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh: The Bazarbaev Family Came to Vote Together in the City of Karakol

In Karakol, at one of the polling stations, 72-year-old Sharip Bazarbaev, his wife Aken Meilieva, as well as their son and daughter-in-law came to vote together. They participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. Sharip Bazarbaev emphasized that voting is not just a right, but also an important civic duty. "We vote as a family because this is our future. Everyone should choose a worthy candidate. Let Kyrgyzstan move forward. We urge all citizens to actively

30.11.2025, 16:02
The lowest turnout in Bishkek is in the 24th district, the highest is in the Nookensky district.
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The lowest turnout in Bishkek is in the 24th district, the highest is in the Nookensky district.

Photo 24.kg Tynchtyk Shainazarov, chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, reported on voter turnout in various districts. The most active districts include No. 1, 10, 13, and 30, where turnout exceeded 30%. At the same time, in the Alamedin district and four districts of Bishkek — Lenin, Oktyabr, Pervomay, and Sverdlov — turnout was below 23%.

30.11.2025, 16:00