On April 6, 2026, in the Murghab district of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region, the Navruz holiday was solemnly celebrated with the observance of ancient traditions and in a special festive atmosphere.
The event was attended by the Chairman of the region Mirzonabot Alisher, the Chairwoman of Murghab district Rajabzoda Husniya Hukumatscho, as well as the Deputy Chairman of the Committee for Environmental Protection under the Government of the Republic of Tajikistan Rahmonzoda Loiq Sherali. The guests first visited an exhibition of handicrafts made by local artisans and highly appreciated their skills.
In their speeches, it was emphasized that Navruz, as an ancient holiday, symbolizes the revival of nature, the beginning of a new life, and the triumph of good over evil. It was noted that, thanks to state independence and the initiatives of the Leader of the Nation Emomali Rahmon, Navruz has gained international status and is now celebrated in many countries around the world.
Alongside cultural events, sports competitions formed an important part of the celebration. In particular, contests in traditional wrestling and volleyball were organized with the participation of athletes from cities and districts of the region. Participants demonstrated high skill, courage, and good physical preparation. Notably, alongside young men, girls also actively participated, showcasing their athletic abilities.
The competitions were held in a festive atmosphere and a spirit of strong patriotism. The winners were fairly determined by judges and were awarded commemorative prizes. The celebration concluded with a vibrant cultural program performed by artistic groups of the region.
