The Ministry of Natural Resources has uncovered hundreds of violations: turtles, nets, and fines in the millions

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The Ministry of Natural Resources identified hundreds of violations: turtles, nets, and fines amounting to millions
In 2025, specialists from government agencies responsible for the protection of plant and animal life conducted 42 inspections and 561 raids. The results of these activities revealed 567 violations, resulting in fines totaling 3 million 907 thousand 500 soms. Of this amount, 3 million 594 thousand 500 soms were collected, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.
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On Lake Issyk-Kul, 99 raids were conducted, which resulted in:


Inspectors also carried out 100 raids on Lake Son-Kul, where 98 violations were identified and fines totaling 308 thousand soms were imposed. During the activities, 3 thousand 800 meters of nets were seized and destroyed.
Overall, 56 thousand 900 meters of prohibited fishing nets were confiscated across the country.
At Manas International Airport, a case of illegal transportation of shot birds was recorded. The offender was fined 265 thousand 500 soms, which was fully collected.

At the "Dostuk" checkpoint, 200 sea turtles were detained and transferred to the Osh Zoo for further care.

In accordance with the presidential decree, an inventory of 1 thousand 267 recreational facilities was conducted. The region has 226 wastewater treatment facilities; however, 868 guest houses lack such systems, violating environmental safety standards.

The service emphasizes that work on the protection of natural resources, combating poaching, and monitoring environmental objects will continue.
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