Kyrgyzstan Installs High-Tech Camera Towers to Protect Lake Issyk-Kul from Poachers

Kyrgyzstan Fights Poaching with High-Tech Camera Towers on Lake Issyk-Kul Lake Issyk-Kul, a stunning natural wonder in Kyrgyzstan, is facing the persistent threat of illegal fishing. To combat this, the government has recently installed high-tech camera towers in the villages of Kudurgu and Toguz-Bulak. These towers are equipped with cameras boasting a range of up to 14 kilometers, capable of identifying individuals from a distance of 5 kilometers. The system operates around the clock, providing constant surveillance of the lake's waters. "This is a significant step in our fight to protect Lake Issyk-Kul," said a representative from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). "We are committed to ensuring the sustainability of this precious resource for future generations." The initiative is part of a broader campaign, spearheaded by GKNB Chairman Kamchybek Tashiev, to eliminate all illegal fishing nets from the lake. The installation of the camera towers represents a modern, technologically advanced approach to addressing this long-standing problem. The success of this initiative will be closely monitored, and its impact on reducing poaching could serve as a model for other regions facing similar environmental challenges.