“Preserve the language, preserve the nation, preserve the future!”
2026-10-20 14:15:00 / News
The event was attended by the command of the military unit, representatives of the Syrdarya regional council of the Youth union of Uzbekistan, members of the Public council under the Ministry of defense, and representatives of the Veterans’ Council of the regional Defense Affairs Department. Participants also included an associate professor from the Department of Uzbek Linguistics at the Faculty of Philology of Gulistan State University, artists from the regional drama theater, students of General Education School No. 6 in Syrdarya district, and military personnel.
Experts and veterans delivered presentations on the history of the Uzbek language, the stages of its development, its rich literary heritage, and its role in fostering national identity. The speakers emphasized that preserving the Uzbek language, maintaining its purity, passing it on to future generations, and treating it with respect in everyday life are the duty of every citizen.
Young people performed songs dedicated to their native language. Artists from the regional drama theater presented artistic performances and theatrical scenes, adding variety and vibrancy to the event.
For reference: On October 21, 1989, Uzbek was granted the status of the state language. Since then, October 21 has been widely celebrated annually as Uzbek Language Day.
Press-service of the Tashkent military district