Authorities in Tajikistan have uncovered 7,562 land use violations over the first six months of this year, marking a slight increase from the same period last year, when 7,330 cases were reported. The figures were presented during a mid-year review meeting of the State Committee on Land Management and Geodesy.
The Committee emphasized a series of measures aimed at promoting responsible and lawful land use across the country. As of June, officials had issued 6,918 formal orders to correct identified violations. These led to the opening of 6,792 administrative cases, resulting in over 4 million somonis (approx. US$370,000) in fines—more than 3 million of which have already been collected.
Additionally, 628 cases were referred to prosecutors for legal evaluation, while another 405 were sent to court bailiffs for enforcement. Officials reported that more than 6,000 of the violations have already been resolved.
The committee highlighted that efforts are ongoing, with a strong focus on prevention, legal accountability for unlawful land use, and closer cooperation between government agencies. It also noted the important role of local land management offices in identifying violations and pledged to enhance coordination with law enforcement to address abuses more effectively.
In a broader effort to combat land-related corruption, President Emomali Rahmon in 2022 signed amendments to the Constitutional Law on Local Government. The amendments allow for the dismissal of regional, city, and district heads who knowingly make illegal decisions concerning land allocation, withdrawal, or transfer. The legislation was seen as a clear signal to officials involved in land governance that accountability will be enforced.
