Removal of Vladimir Lenin statue in Osh, Kyrgyzstan

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Authorities in Osh, Kyrgyzstan, have removed a 23-meter statue of Vladimir Lenin, the tallest in Central Asia, citing city planning reasons. The move was framed as routine and not politically motivated.

Key Points

  • Statue of Lenin, erected in 1975, removed in Osh, Kyrgyzstan
  • Monument to be replaced by a flagpole as part of city planning
  • Officials emphasize the move is not politically motivated

Pros

  • Improving architectural and aesthetic appearance of the area

Cons

  • Loss of historical monument