On April 1 of this year, a solemn ceremony was held to send off conscripts to the ranks of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Tajikistan, with the participation of district leadership, representatives of law enforcement agencies, employees and heads of organizations and institutions, veterans, and local residents. As per tradition, the district successfully fulfilled its plan on the very first day of the spring conscription campaign.
The event took place in a festive atmosphere and with a high patriotic spirit, while the broad participation of the public demonstrated respect and appreciation for military service and the defense of the homeland.
The Deputy Chairperson of the district, Abdulazizzoda Nasiba Hokim, opened the event and emphasized in her speech that service in the Armed Forces is a matter of pride for every honorable young man of the country, and fulfilling this sacred duty is a sign of loyalty to the homeland and a high sense of self-awareness. She also noted that defending the borders of the country is the sacred duty of every citizen of Tajikistan.
Following this, the Chairperson of Lakhsh District, Kholzoda Karomiddin Kamoliddin, addressed the attendees, wishing the conscripts a safe journey and noting that service in the Armed Forces is a school of courage, bravery, and patriotism. It was emphasized that young people must fulfill their civic duty with a high sense of responsibility and dedication. He also stressed that protecting the homeland and national values is the sacred duty of every conscious and self-aware citizen.
During the continuation of the event, the Chairperson of the District Council of Veterans, Niyamatov Nisratullo, the chief imam-khatib of the district’s central mosque, Sharipov Mahmarizo, as well as the parents of the conscripts and the young men themselves, delivered speeches expressing their views on the importance of military service. The speakers called on the youth to be patriotic, to defend the country’s borders, and to remain faithful to the military oath.
The mothers of the conscripts, with a deep sense of pride, sent their sons off to serve the homeland, offering them blessings and wishing them a safe journey. These touching moments reflected boundless love for the homeland and respect for national values.
At the same time, in accordance with a cherished tradition, the “Nongazon” ceremony was held, during which mothers warmly bid farewell to their sons.
As part of the event, the district leadership presented the conscripts with driver’s licenses, and commemorative gifts were also awarded by the Executive Committee of the People’s Democratic Party of Tajikistan in the district.
A cultural program prepared by the district’s Department of Culture added a special charm to the event: patriotic songs and vibrant dance performances uplifted the spirits of the participants. In an atmosphere of joy and celebration, the conscripts were sent off to military service with high morale.
The send-off ceremony for conscripts in Lakhsh District once again demonstrated the community’s respect for the National Army and the readiness of young people to defend the homeland, contributing to the strengthening of patriotism and national self-awareness among the younger generation.
