Taraz Court Orders Taraztransenergo to Pay 1.1 Million Tenge for Open Manhole Damage
A Taraz court has ordered Taraztransenergo to compensate a driver 1.1 million tenge for damages caused by an open manhole in July 2025. The court found the company responsible for inadequate maintenance. The ruling has not yet taken effect.
Court Decision
The Specialized Interdistrict Economic Court in Taraz ruled in favor of the driver, who filed a lawsuit against Taraztransenergo. The court determined that the company's failure to maintain the road and manhole led to the damage. The compensation awarded includes 1.1 million tenge for vehicle damage, legal fees, and a court fee of 171,000 tenge.
Incident Details
The incident occurred in July 2025 when the driver's vehicle hit an open manhole on a road maintained by Taraztransenergo. The manhole was part of an underground heating system. According to Tengrinews, the company's official had previously been held accountable for inadequate maintenance of the site, which posed a safety risk.
What's Next
The decision awaits finalization and could face appeals. It remains uncertain how this ruling will impact future maintenance practices by Taraztransenergo.
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Taraz Court Orders Taraztransenergo to Pay 1.1 Million Tenge for Open Manhole Damage
