At the public discussion of the general plan held on December 24, Bishkek resident Askhat Kemelbekov spoke about the difficult situation of around 300 families who cannot determine the fate of the plots in contour No. 307, located near "Kalyis-Ordo." He noted that this concerns 29 hectares of agricultural land.
According to the developers of the new General Plan, the area of green spaces in Bishkek has decreased by 20% in recent years. This conclusion was voiced at public hearings. Irina Grishechkina, an architect from the Institute of Advanced Urban Planning in St. Petersburg, noted that the level of air pollution in the capital exceeds permissible norms by 3 to 5 times. This is related to the decline of green plantings and uncontrolled construction.
In Kemin, the launch of the first solar power plant in the history of Kyrgyzstan took place, marking an important event for the country. The opening ceremony was attended by President Sadyr Japarov, as reported by his administration's press service. The power plant, with a capacity of 100 megawatts, occupies an area of 230 hectares. The project was implemented with the involvement of a Chinese investor, with a total investment amounting to $56 million.
According to the directive of President Sadyr Japarov, fixed prices for domestic air transportation will be established in 2026, which will be lower than market prices. The difference in the cost of air tickets will be covered by funds from the Stabilization Fund. Presidential spokesperson Askat Alagozov emphasized: “The government is taking on part of the costs, which allows us to abandon the previous market model, where ticket prices depended on the season and demand, making flights
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on December 24, Deputy Mavlyanova emphasized that students in urban schools find it difficult to master the state language and proposed this solution as a way to improve the situation. In response, Edil Baysalov reminded about the recent nationwide pedagogical conference where the need to strengthen the teaching of the Kyrgyz language was discussed.
The new owner acquired about 300 houses Roza Bektashova, a resident of Bishkek, was surprised to learn that about 300 houses located between Masalieva and Babay-Ata streets are designated as state property according to the new master plan.
The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has published an official statement in response to the results of the audit conducted by the Accounts Chamber regarding the projects "Education for the Future" and "Strengthening the Foundations of Learning". In the ministry, it was emphasized that they consistently adhere to the principles of transparency and accountability in the use of both state and donor funds. However, some conclusions presented in the Accounts
In Manas, on the roof of the underground pedestrian crossing that was repaired about five months ago, a water leak has begun. City residents report that water droplets from the roof create inconveniences for pedestrians. This underground crossing is located at the intersection of T. Baizakov and N. Aitmatov streets, and the repair work was completed in July 2025.
An international seminar dedicated to mobile journalism was held in Moscow, organized by the TASS news agency in collaboration with the International Relations Department. The event gathered journalists from various countries to discuss editorial processes, new linguistic approaches, platforms, and formats.
In the past few years, the area of green spaces in Bishkek has decreased by 20%. This was reported by the developers of the new city master plan. Irina Grishechkina, an architect from St. Petersburg and a member of the team working on the master plan, noted that the level of air pollution in Bishkek exceeds permissible norms by 3-5 times.
As part of a new bill presented on December 23, the jewelry industry of Kyrgyzstan may receive unique tax benefits that are not available in other post-Soviet states. This was announced by Almambet Shykmamatov, chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, at a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to Shykmamatov, currently only 47 jewelry manufacturers are officially registered, while most of them operate in the shadow sector. The new bill proposes a number of
At a seminar for employees of Russian-speaking media in Moscow, the Deputy General Director of TASS, Alexander Kopnov, presented journalists with certificates for completing the course "Mobile Journalism: Editorial Processes, New Language, Platforms, and Formats."
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova expressed the opinion that there is a need to develop mortgage housing in the regions of the country. She posed the question: "Maybe it's time to leave Bishkek?", pointing out that important strategic problems are not being addressed in the capital: yards have turned into parking lots, and there is a lack of control over population growth and social issues. Kozhokulova also noted that the prices for
The reasons for the shortage of medical workers in the country were announced by the head of the department Kyrgyzstan is experiencing a shortage of 23 thousand medical workers, reported Acting Minister of Health Kanbek Dosmambetov during a meeting of the parliamentary committee.
The Cabinet of Ministers has presented for public discussion a draft resolution that provides for the introduction of new fees for the registration, re-registration, and annual maintenance of the Unified State Register of Actuaries and Insurance Brokers. This document has been developed in accordance with the Law "On Insurance and Insurance Activities," as well as the Code on Non-Tax Revenues.
The Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic shared information about the employment situation in the geological sector, as well as the percentage of local workers in companies within this field. According to the data presented in the infographic, 93% of all employees are local residents. "This confirms the creation of jobs in the regions and contributes to improving the socio-economic situation of citizens," the official statement notes.
Next year, the construction of 36 new educational institutions is planned
At the joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on December 23, the chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Alambet Shykmamatov, stated that the issues related to the export of light industry goods will be resolved in the near future. In response to a question from deputy Jumabek Salymbekov about the need for an urgent resolution of these issues, Shykmamatov acknowledged that there are indeed certain difficulties in this area.
During a public discussion, Leonid Bukhman, a distinguished cultural figure, raised an important question about the future of the historical center of Bishkek. It is important to note that the general plan project was developed by specialists from the Research Institute in St. Petersburg. Bukhman, who had the opportunity to visit the northern capital of Russia, noted that he was struck by how the authorities there care for the preservation of historical sites.
Nurbek Toktakunov, the lawyer for Kadir Atambaev, reported that his client, the son of former president Almazbek Atambaev, was forcibly shaved bald in the pre-trial detention center. This information was published by him on social media. Photo from social media The lawyer noted that the incident occurred after Kadir Atambaev requested the Internal Regulations (IR). According to Toktakunov, this action is a form of revenge, considering that his client's hair had already been cut short
Elvira Surabaldiyeva reported that she received appeals from residents of the Uzgen district in the Osh region regarding prolonged legal disputes related to the bus depot located at: Lenin St., 19. The deputy notes that the process concerning the lawsuit from law enforcement agencies has been ongoing for almost a year, while the bus depot continues to operate, providing jobs for about 300 people and being owned by approximately 200 shareholders. This process has involved the property at Manas
Such a statement was made by Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev.
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the launch of the pilot operation of an automated information system (AIS) designed to process applications for tariff quotas for the import of certain types of meat. According to information from the ministry, the main task of the new system is to digitize the management of tariff quotas, which should enhance the transparency and efficiency of the ministry's operations. The AIS will
Ekaterina Buglak from the children's academy demonstrates outstanding sports achievements
One of the key areas of work for the Ministry of Internal Affairs is the prevention of crimes and offenses among youth. This was stated by Police Colonel and Head of the Public Safety Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurchan Adylova, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." According to Adylova, in Bishkek, each school is assigned a juvenile affairs inspector; however, in the regions, due to a lack of personnel, this role is performed by district police
According to meteorologists' forecasts, light frosts are expected in Bishkek during the night in the second half of this week. On December 25, there will be no precipitation in the city, and the temperature at night will drop to −4 degrees, while during the day it is expected to rise to +7 degrees.
Flights have resumed at Manas International Airport, indicating a stabilization of the situation at the air harbor. This was reported by the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" of the agency "Kabar". According to the provided data, visibility currently ranges from 1800 to 3000 meters. Although weather conditions remain variable, the minimum visibility does not drop below 800 meters.
As the New Year approaches, residents of Kyrgyzstan are increasingly looking for ways to delight their loved ones while staying within their family budget. In the context of rising prices and increased holiday spending, affordable and practical gifts are particularly relevant. One of the most common solutions is useful items for the home. These can include mugs, thermoses, cozy blankets, socks, candles, and small decorative items that are easy to purchase at markets and shopping centers in
According to the vice mayor, the new general plan for Bishkek may be approved immediately after the New Year holidays. Kadyrov reported that on December 24 and 25, public discussions will take place in four districts of the city, where residents will be able to express their suggestions and comments. After these discussions, the project will be revised taking into account the feedback received, and the updated version of the general plan will be posted on the city hall's website. Within a
In light of the tragic incident that occurred in the Moscow region, measures have been taken to enhance preventive work in educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Nurzhan Adylova, a police colonel and head of the Public Security Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to her, Ministry of Internal Affairs employees regularly visit schools in Bishkek and the Chui region, where they hold meetings
Funding went towards the purchase of necessary decorations and garlands According to Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, it was announced at a recent session of the Bishkek City Council that 2 million soms were allocated for the decoration of the New Year’s tree in Bishkek. These funds were used to purchase the missing decorations and garlands that had become unusable. The decoration of the walking area was carried out by the company "Severное сияние" (Northern Lights).
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, there have been no reported cases of fire at the landfill in Belovodsk at this time.
In the markets of the Jayil district, walnuts harvested in the Chui region have started to be sold, reports Turmush correspondent. Local residents have stated that a good harvest of walnuts has been obtained in the Jayil, Moscow, and Panfilov districts, with dozens of kilograms of these nutritious fruits being collected from each tree. Prices for walnuts in the markets range from 70 to 100 soms per kilogram.
The capital's electricity service in Bishkek has notified residents about an upcoming mass power outage for more than 6,000 subscribers who have outstanding debts. According to the company's information, the disconnection will occur automatically on December 25 using the AISKUE system. Representatives of the enterprise strongly urged residents to pay off their debts on time to avoid any inconveniences.
Irina Grishechkina, an architect from St. Petersburg and one of the authors of Bishkek's master plan, expressed dissatisfaction with the current development of the capital. She believes that the height of buildings should not exceed 12 stories. According to her, this will lead to the loss of unique low-rise architectural objects. "We tried to preserve such buildings in the city center. I am against the construction of high-rise buildings within the city limits. Multi-story complexes
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Deputy Marlen Mamataliev raised the issue of poverty eradication in the country and increasing benefits. He pointed out that the disability allowance is only 6,000 soms. Edil Baisalov confirmed that the poverty level in Kyrgyzstan has significantly increased after the pandemic but is gradually decreasing each year.
Due to outstanding payment obligations, on December 25, a remote power disconnection will be carried out in Bishkek for more than 6,000 subscribers. The electric network company, a subsidiary of JSC "NESC", strongly urges users to settle their electricity bills on time.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced plans for the construction of new schools in 2026. In particular, according to him, by the president's directive, 20 educational institutions will be built in Bishkek, 10 in Osh, and 6 in Manas. The major repairs of existing schools will also continue.
Specialists from the Research Institute in St. Petersburg, who are working on the master plan for Bishkek, presented the data used during the project. According to information obtained from government agencies, the total area of Bishkek is 41,081.33 hectares. The distribution of land is as follows:
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Deputy Shairbek Tashiev expressed the need to simplify the visa process for citizens traveling abroad for medical treatment. He noted that obtaining a visa for surgeries or examinations in countries such as South Korea or Germany takes a lot of time, which can negatively affect patients' health. Tashiev proposed: "Develop international agreements for the expedited processing of visas. It is also necessary to consider the need to
Kanibek Dosmambetov, acting Minister of Health, held a meeting with representatives of the private pharmaceutical sector. The main topic of discussion was the uninterrupted supply of medical institutions with drugs from the list of essential and vital medicines (EVM). This information was disseminated by the ministry's press service. During the meeting, emphasis was placed on the need to eliminate the shortage of the most in-demand and essential medications, which some patients are forced
In Bishkek, the number of schools, kindergartens, and hospitals is only one third or one quarter of the necessary amount to meet the needs of the population. According to the data from the master plan project, the level of provision of social facilities is as follows:
Today, December 24, international flights have resumed at Manas International Airport, which were previously not accepted due to fog. This information was provided by Kaktus.media citing the JSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Currently, visibility on the runway of "Manas" is 3 kilometers, and at Osh Airport, it is over 2 kilometers.
The "Manas" Airport is currently observing visibility at a level of 3,000 meters, which significantly exceeds the established norm of 800 meters. This was reported by the OJSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan," as informed by 24.kg. However, it should be noted that some flights are still delayed.
Public hearings have started in Bishkek dedicated to the project of the new General Plan for the city, which covers the period until 2050. The hearings are scheduled for December 24 for the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts, and on December 25 they will take place in the Oktyabrsky and Sverdlovsky districts.
At the public discussion, Roza Bekhtashova, one of the residents of the area, expressed her concern about the plot being marked in red, which usually indicates land owned by the state. She emphasized that local residents are extremely worried about the fate of their property. “Our plots are marked in red. This color is for state property, but in reality, this is private property, and we have been living here for over 30 years. Why are our homes painted red? We demand that the plot be marked in
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic." This document, concerning the laws on "Circulation of Medicines" and "Licensing and Permitting System," is subject to public discussion. The main goal of this draft law is to improve the regulatory framework in the field of drug circulation, which includes optimizing the processes of state registration and eliminating duplicative norms
In the collective farm Sın-Tash, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chuy region (currently this is the rural district of Sın-Tash), the cosmonaut Andriyan Nikolayev visited, who was among the first five people to fly into space. This information was provided by the head of library No. 16 in the village of Telman of the rural district of Sın-Tash, Kalyman Almanbetova.