During a Jogorku Kenesh meeting, Deputy Zhanybek Amatov proposed restoring a mountaineering camp and a control and rescue post in the Ala-Archa gorge. This is due to the increasing number of incidents in the mountains.
Safety measures for tourists and bloggers
According to the parliamentarian, the popularity of extreme tourism among youth and bloggers seeking to set records and create content increases risks. To minimize accidents, Amatov proposed implementing a mandatory control system.
- pre-registration of all tourists and climbers before starting a route
- provision of communication and geolocation tools
- escort by experienced guides on difficult treks
- recording departure times and mandatory return times
According to the deputy, creating such infrastructure and systemic responsibility will allow for safe climbs.
