Trees Drying Out in Bishkek Hospital Square Due to Neglect
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Residents of Bishkek are concerned about trees drying out in the National Surgical Hospital's square.
- They claim the trees are not being watered, and the irrigation system is broken.
- Citizens are urging authorities to repair the watering system and prevent further tree loss.
Bishkek residents have voiced concerns over the deteriorating condition of trees in the square adjacent to the Mambet Mamakeev National Surgical Hospital. The citizens report that the trees are drying out due to a lack of watering and a malfunctioning irrigation system.
The square, located at the intersection of Gagarin and Dzhunusaliyev streets, is a green space that residents value. However, they observe that the trees are suffering from neglect. The aryk network, a traditional irrigation channel system in Kyrgyzstan, which should supply water, is reportedly damaged and clogged.
One local resident stated that he had approached the hospital administration about the issue, but despite promises, no watering has occurred. He questioned who is responsible for the upkeep of the grounds, especially given that staff are employed for such duties. Residents hope that the responsible services will take immediate action to restore the watering system and save the trees in the hospital's square.
I approached the management, and they promised to water, but they never did. Of course, the doctors are busy, but surely there is someone responsible for the economic part who receives a salary.
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.