Kyrgyz MPs demand probe after seven schoolchildren die from beatings since 2024
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Kyrgyzstan's parliament raised the issue of schoolchildren dying from beatings, with MP Ulukbek Karybek uulu reporting seven deaths from 2024 to 2026 and 73 teen suicides. Deputies called for an investigation and accountability for local authorities, school directors, teachers, and juvenile inspectors. A roundtable on bullying and racketeering in schools is scheduled for Friday.
Key Facts
- MP Ulukbek Karybek uulu reported that seven children died from beatings between 2024 and 2026.
- There were 73 cases of teen suicide during the same period, according to Karybek uulu.
- Deputies called for an investigation and accountability for local authorities, school directors, teachers, and juvenile inspectors.
- MP Burul Amanova announced a roundtable on bullying and racketeering in schools for Friday.
Parliamentary Session
The parliament raised the issue of schoolchildren dying in schools, noting that the school year had just begun and deaths from beatings were already recorded in Suzak and Chatkal. Deputies demanded an investigation and called for local authorities, school directors, teachers, and juvenile inspectors to be held accountable. MP Ulukbek Karybek uulu stated that bullying in schools is systemic.
Statistics and Demands
From 2024 to 2026, seven children died from beatings, and there were 73 cases of teen suicide, Karybek uulu said. He noted that no one analyzes child mortality and that the issue must be addressed at the highest level. Karybek uulu called on parliament to prepare a bill to combat school bullying and to create a commission.
Roundtable Announcement
MP Burul Amanova announced that a roundtable on bullying and racketeering in schools will be held on Friday. She urged authorized bodies to actively participate in the roundtable.
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