EDUCATIONAL EVENT “MY MOTHER TONGUE — MY PRIDE AND HONOUR” HELD AT THE COMMITTEE ON RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS
2026-10-20 10:55:00 / News
To mark 21 October — Uzbek Language Day, an educational event entitled “My Mother Tongue — My Pride and Honour” was held at the Committee on Religious Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
The event focused on the role of the mother tongue in preserving national identity, spiritual heritage, and culture; further enhancing the prestige and status of the state language; and promoting reading culture and improving literacy among employees.
The event was opened by D. Maxsudov, First Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Religious Affairs, and M. Qahharova, Deputy Chairperson of the Committee. They congratulated the participants on the occasion and emphasized that respect for one’s mother tongue is an important expression of reverence for the nation’s historical memory, national values, and spiritual development.
During the event, A. Tilavov, a Candidate of Philological Sciences and Associate Professor representing Alisher Navo’i Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature, delivered a presentation on the rich expressive potential of the Uzbek language, the invaluable heritage of Uzbek literature, and current priorities in developing language culture. University students also recited poems, adding to the celebratory atmosphere.
The event also featured an awards ceremony recognizing Committee employees who had actively participated in competitions and projects aimed at promoting reading, supporting creativity, and improving literacy in the state language.
In particular, certificates of appreciation and commemorative gifts were presented to employees who achieved outstanding results in the “Best Reader” and “Best Infographic” competitions, as well as in the “Nationwide Dictation Project.”
In conclusion, it was emphasized that preserving and cherishing the mother tongue, maintaining its purity and strengthening its prestige, enhancing the culture of official correspondence in the state language, and widely promoting reading traditions are important responsibilities shared by everyone.
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