Ministry of Energy seeks tougher penalties for builders after massive Bishkek blackout

Kyrgyzstan|economy|June 12, 2026 / 09:52 AM

AKIPRESS.COM - Following a power outage that temporarily left 70% of Bishkek without electricity, the Ministry of Energy is pushing for stricter penalties for construction companies that violate safety rules near power lines...

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