The festivals of Tirgon, Sada, Navruz, and Mehrgon are considered among the most ancient celebrations of the Tajik people. During the era of independence, thanks to the initiative of the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, and the Government of the country, national holidays and ancient traditional customs are being revived and celebrated annually.
On June 28, 2026, the Tirgon festival was celebrated at the "Boghi Iram" (Iram Garden) State Institution in the capital, featuring the Apricot Festival and the "Dried Fruits of Tajikistan" exhibition. The event was attended by:
Sulaimon Ziyozoda, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan;
Qurbon Hakimzoda, Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Tajikistan;
Mahmud Shirinchonzoda, Deputy Chairman of the Food Safety Committee under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan;
Representatives of ministries and agencies;
Representatives of the executive authorities of GBAO, Sughd, and Khatlon regions, the city of Dushanbe, and districts under central government jurisdiction;
Staff from subordinate organizations of the Food Safety Committee, as well as residents and guests of the capital.
The congratulatory message of the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, on the occasion of the Tirgon Festival, was delivered to the audience by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan, Mr. Sulaimon Ziyozoda.
For this special occasion, the Food Safety Committee under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan set up a festive exhibition corner decorated with traditional symbols of the holiday.
