Today, in Dushanbe, a ceremony to present state awards and prizes to representatives of various professions was held with the participation of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, in honor of the 35th anniversary of State Independence, reports Khovar National News Agency.
At the beginning of the state awards ceremony, Prime Minister Kohir Rasulzoda congratulated representatives of various professions on the 35th anniversary of State Independence and on being honored with state awards, encouraging them to serve the Motherland with dedication and contribute to the further development of the social and economic sectors.
It was emphasized that over more than three decades, through the initiatives and leadership of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, together with the dedicated efforts of the Tajik people, the country’s key social and economic sectors have experienced unprecedented and significant development, creating a solid foundation for improving the social well-being of the population.
Following the address, the state awards ceremony was held in a festive atmosphere.
In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan “On awarding state decorations of the Republic of Tajikistan to workers in the fields of science and culture, healthcare, production of goods and services, local government authorities, other civil servants and entrepreneurs,” more than 170 people were awarded state decorations of the Republic of Tajikistan for their significant contribution to the development of science and culture, the protection of public health, effective public service, and outstanding achievements in production and entrepreneurship, pursuant to Article 69 of the Constitution of the Republic of Tajikistan.
In particular, 5 people were awarded the Order of “Sharaf,” 2nd Class; 65 people received the “Khizmati Shoista” Medal; 3 people received the “Shafqat” Medal; 41 people received the commemorative medal “35th Anniversary of the State Independence of the Republic of Tajikistan”; and 3 people were awarded the “Certificate of Honor of the Republic of Tajikistan.”
In addition, 8 people received the President of the Republic of Tajikistan’s Prize in the field of education in 2026; 3 people received the State Prize named after Academician Bobojon Gafurov in 2026; 15 people received the State Prize of the Republic of Tajikistan for scientists and teachers of natural sciences, exact sciences and mathematics in 2026; and 33 people received the Ismoili Somoni Prize.
Those awarded state decorations of the Republic of Tajikistan expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon.
