Perizat Suranova, a political activist, has filed a claim with the Pervomaisky District Court to demand compensation from the state. The legal action follows the acquittal of those involved in the Kempir-Abad case, where Suranova was among those detained.

Background of the Kempir-Abad case

The case originated from protests against the transfer of the Kempir-Abad reservoir to Uzbekistan. Following these demonstrations, authorities initiated criminal proceedings, accusing activists of preparing for mass riots and attempting to seize power.

Key case facts

23civil and political activists detained
October 2022month of detention
October 23date of arrest
June 2024acquittal by Pervomaisky District Court

Suranova, who was held in a pre-trial detention center (SIZO) following her arrest, emphasized that the lawsuit is about more than personal restitution. She stated that the case requires a legal, political, and historical assessment to address the situation faced by many citizens.

7 October I filed an application for compensation in the Pervomaisky District Court. I decided to make a statement about this. For me, this is a very important matter because it is a question of restoring my rights and the responsibility of the state.
Perizat Suranova
  1. October 2022

    23 civil and political activists were detained in the Kempir-Abad case

  2. October 23, 2022

    Suranova and others were placed in a pre-trial detention center

  3. June 2024

    Pervomaisky District Court acquitted the defendants

  4. October 7

    Suranova filed a compensation claim in court