Was there a riot in Kokand?

Was there a riot in Kokand?

Videos of riots in Kokand during the New Year holidays were circulated on social networks. However, the Fergana Regional Department of Internal Affairs denied these reports.
It was reported that on December 31, 2025, at around 23:55, some citizens tried to set off fireworks on A. Charkhiy Street in Kokand. Law enforcement agencies took timely measures to ensure public order and traffic safety. Citizens were asked not to believe unfounded reports.