Kyrgyzstan will construct a 1,200-megawatt thermal power plant in the Dzhumgal district of the Naryn region. The announcement was made by President Sadyr Japarov during a visit to the area on June 23rd. The new plant, named Kara-Keche, is expected to significantly increase the country’s energy capacity. Details regarding the construction timeline and funding sources were not immediately released. The project aims to address growing energy demands within Kyrgyzstan and potentially reduce reliance on imported energy. This development signals a commitment to bolstering the nation’s energy independence and infrastructure. The power plant’s location in Dzhumgal district suggests a focus on regional development.