Illegal fishing stopped at Kembir-Abad and Kirov reservoirs

Authorities in Kyrgyzstan have cracked down on illegal fishing activities at the Kembir-Abad Reservoir in Osh Oblast and the Kirov Reservoir in Talas Oblast. Inspectors from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision confiscated over 400 meters of synthetic fishing nets during recent raids.

At the Kembir-Abad Reservoir in Uzgen district, inspectors apprehended individuals engaged in illegal fishing using 200 meters of synthetic nets. Further violations of fishing regulations were identified. In response, the apprehended individuals were subjected to administrative fines totaling 8,500 Kyrgyz soms.

A similar operation took place at the Kirov Reservoir in Aytmatov district, Talas Oblast. There, inspectors discovered and removed an additional 200 meters of illegally set synthetic nets. An official report has been compiled regarding this discovery.

The Ministry of Natural Resources emphasized the significant harm caused by synthetic fishing nets to aquatic biodiversity. These nets impede fish reproduction and negatively impact ecosystem health. The ministry announced that enforcement operations to curb violations of environmental protection laws will be conducted on an ongoing basis.