September 27, 2026, Khorugh
Dear compatriots!
The honorable and proud people of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region and the city of Khorugh!
I sincerely congratulate all of you on the great and sacred national holiday and the triumph of historical justice — the 35th anniversary of the state independence of our beloved Tajikistan, which the noble people of the country celebrated several days ago with gratitude for complete peace and stability, in an atmosphere of unity and solidarity.
With pride and satisfaction, I would like to emphasize that this celebration has become not only a symbol of unity and solidarity, a high sense of national identity and self-awareness, and the unprecedented expansion of development and construction efforts, but also a worthy presentation of Tajikistan and its cultured and civilized people on the international stage.
State independence in our modern history, as a unique historical phenomenon and a political event of great significance, is a clear expression of the ancient culture and civilization, long-standing and constructive traditions of statehood, the revival of national values, self-awareness and patriotism of the honorable and proud Tajik people.
For 35 years, the Tajik people have safeguarded independence and freedom as the apple of their eye, making unprecedented historic efforts to protect and strengthen them as the most sacred values and the greatest blessings of their lives.
I would like to proudly and with satisfaction emphasize that the honorable and courageous people of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region have made a worthy contribution to this historic process, namely to strengthening the values of independence and the foundations of national statehood.
I would also like to remind you that the celebration of the 35th anniversary of state independence is not only an expression of respect and reverence for history and the fateful date of the nation, but also the beginning of a new stage of development and construction, as well as the further strengthening of national identity and self-awareness.
In this regard, it should be noted that, in preparation for the 35th anniversary of state independence, the construction and reconstruction of 1,362 facilities had been planned in the cities and districts of the region.
To date, 1,545 facilities of various purposes have been constructed and commissioned by local residents, entrepreneurs and other generous benefactors, significantly exceeding the approved plan.
Therefore, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the patriotic and hardworking people, as well as the generous and charitable individuals of the region, including the city of Khorugh.
The Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region enjoys great popularity thanks to its hospitable and culturally rich people, unique nature, broad tourism opportunities and the values of Tajik national culture.
Today, such cultural elements of the people of the region as songs and music, traditional clothing, folk crafts, customs and traditions, and national cuisine represent the rich history and culture of the Tajik people, as they reflect the finest traditions of our renowned ancestors.
The unique and paradise-like nature, towering mountain peaks, the Tajik National Park, the international Dushanbe–Kulob–Khorugh–Kulma highway, the Wakhan Valley, Lakes Sarez and Karakul, healing springs and other tourist attractions of the region are among the best destinations for travel, treatment and recreation for domestic and foreign tourists.
By making use of these opportunities, we should transform the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region into a major center for the exchange of tourism experience in the region and, while preserving the good Tajik traditions of appreciation for culture and hospitality, present it even more widely to the world.
Dear attendees!
The unstable and crisis-ridden conditions of the modern world and their adverse consequences, including transnational threats and dangers, warn each of us never to lose political awareness and vigilance in protecting the territory of our Motherland, the interests of our nation and state, as well as our ancient national values.
In this regard, we always rely on young people as a creative and active part of society and highly value their role in building national statehood.
They should remember that they are the true heirs of previous generations and the builders of the present and future of the Motherland, and that the prosperous and peaceful future of the state and nation directly depends on their knowledge and education, worldview, sense of responsibility, and constructive and firm position.
I am confident that the hardworking people of the region, including patriotic young people, will continue to strive, with a strong sense of responsibility, constructive initiatives and pride in national statehood, for the development of their homeland and the strengthening of the potential of our beloved Tajikistan.
Expressing confidence in the bright future of our beloved Motherland, I once again congratulate all the honorable people of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region and you, dear attendees, on the 35th anniversary of state independence, and wish every family in the region good health and happiness, a prosperous and peaceful life, and great success.
May the sun of independence and freedom always shine upon the homes of every resident of the region and herald a bright and prosperous future for the nation and the state.
Happy celebration of patriotism and the revival of the national statehood of the Tajik people, dear compatriots!
May you always be healthy and successful!
