Fines for Damaging Land and Water Rise to Over 2.4 Million Som in Kyrgyzstan

Authorities in Kyrgyzstan have collected over 1.3 million som from environmental violators in the first four months of 2026, as fines for damaging land and water resources increase. The State Service for Land and Water Resources Control issued penalties totaling 2.477 million som during this period.

Inspectors recorded the highest number of violations in the land sector, imposing fines of 1.78 million som, of which 1.05 million som has been paid. For irrational water resource use, fines amounted to 696,500 som, with only 260,500 som paid by citizens and businesses so far.

In addition to administrative fines, ministry specialists have initiated legal claims totaling 3.398 million som. By the end of April, courts had helped recover 1.19 million som from previously filed claims. The department noted that inspectors are strengthening oversight measures.