**Opera Singer Speaks Out Against Fines in Tbilisi**
In a recent social media post, Georgian opera singer Paata Burchuladze has expressed his frustration with the large number of fines he has received while walking on Rustaveli Avenue every evening. According to Burchuladze, he and friend Nika Simonishvili went to appeal their 9th fine together when they stumbled upon an unexpected discovery at the police station.
**A Shocking Total**
When Burchuladze visited the police station to address his latest fine, he was surprised to find out that he has accumulated a staggering total of 34 fines. This revelation led him to do some quick math in his head, resulting in a startling calculation: if he had been walking on Rustaveli Avenue every evening for 216 days and had already received 34 fines, where were the remaining 182 fines? Burchuladze’s question highlights the apparent inconsistencies in how fines are issued and recorded.
**A Concerned Citizen**
As an artist who regularly spends time on Rustaveli Avenue, Burchuladze is concerned about the experience of walking through a public space and being constantly fined. His reaction underscores the need for clarity and transparency regarding the fine-issuing process in Tbilisi. By speaking out on social media, Burchuladze has sparked a discussion that could lead to reforms and greater accountability.
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