Bishkek:The Pervomaisky District Court in Bishkek is currently reviewing a lawsuit filed by activist Perizat Suranova, who is demanding 10 million soms in compensation from the state. Suranova was previously acquitted in the Kempir-Abad case and claims damages suffered due to the state's actions.

According to 24.kg News Agency, a representative from the Ministry of Finance was present at the recent court hearing. The initial hearing for the case took place on October 28.

Suranova has stated that the harm she experienced following her arrest is beyond monetary valuation. She alleges repeated violations of her rights during the criminal prosecution. Although she is pursuing compensation, the issue of covering material expenses will be addressed separately.

During the proceedings, the Finance Ministry's representative suggested the involvement of a representative from the Interior Ministry, which initiated the criminal case. The court approved this request. The subsequent hearing is scheduled for November 30.

Other individuals acquitted in the Kempir-Abad case, such as former Constitutional Court judge Klara Sooronkulova and human rights defender Rita Karasartova, have also filed similar compensation claims. In the fall of 2022, 27 opponents of transferring the Kempir-Abad reservoir land to Uzbekistan were detained and charged with organizing mass riots and attempting to seize power. All defendants denied the charges, and the case was classified as secret in January 2023. The Pervomaisky District Court acquitted the defendants on June 14, 2024, followed by a similar acquittal from the Bishkek City Court on March 27, 2026.