From Military Duty to a Teacher's Calling: Veteran Educators Honored in Tashkent | Report
In Tashkent, as part of the celebrations for the Day of Teachers and Mentors, a solemn award ceremony was held for veteran educators from among the former participants of military operations in Afghanistan, as well as the best volunteers of the "VETERAN" Association of Warrior Veterans and Invalids of Uzbekistan. The Victory Park Memorial Complex served as the venue for the commemorative event. Internationalist warriors, secondary school students, teachers, and representatives of the general public gathered here to express their gratitude […]
From Military Duty to a Teacher's Calling: Veteran Educators Honored in Tashkent | Report
In Tashkent, as part of the celebrations for the Day of Teachers and Mentors, a solemn ceremony was held to honor veteran educators from among the former participants of military operations in Afghanistan, as well as the best volunteers of the "VETERAN" Association of Warrior-Veterans and Disabled of Uzbekistan.
The commemorative event took place at the "Victory Park" Memorial Complex. Internationalist warriors, secondary school students, teachers, and representatives of the general public gathered here to express their gratitude to those who honorably fulfilled their duty on the battlefield and then dedicated their lives to raising a worthy new generation.
The official part traditionally began with the laying of flowers at the foot of the "Ode to Fortitude" monument. The participants of the meeting paid tribute to the memory of the defenders of the Fatherland who did not return home.
During the Afghan events of 1979–1989, over 65,000 Uzbeks fulfilled their military duty. More than 1,500 compatriots died a heroic death on Afghan soil, and over 5,000 suffered severe wounds and injuries.
Upon returning to peaceful life, many veterans chose an equally responsible service: they obtained higher pedagogical education and went to work in schools. Knowledge, strength of character, sincere love for the Fatherland, and loyalty to duty became the solid foundation on which they have been educating the younger generation of Uzbekistan for decades.
Following the commemorative ceremony, Talat Muradov, Chairman of the "VETERAN" Association of Warrior-Veterans and Disabled of Uzbekistan, addressed the audience in the large conference hall of the memorial complex. In his speech, he noted the invaluable contribution of veterans who chose the path of pedagogy and mentorship.
The head of the organization paid special attention to the work of the Association's volunteer corps. Volunteers carry out continuous and selfless activities: they provide targeted moral and material support to veterans, people with disabilities, families of fallen soldiers, as well as seriously ill children and lonely elderly citizens.
The culmination of the meeting was the presentation of commemorative awards and certificates of honor to veteran educators and distinguished volunteers on behalf of the Chairman of the Association.
"Our appreciation and gratitude to veterans should not be limited to festive dates. True respect is reflected in concrete, daily good deeds and care for those who need support," was stated during the solemn meeting.
The festive atmosphere was complemented by a rich cultural program. Musicians from the "Vatanparvar fidoiylari" creative group, as well as creative ensembles from Tashkent secondary school No. 53, performed for the guests. The performed songs and acts about peace, friendship, and the Motherland evoked a lively response from audience members of all ages.
Without a careful attitude toward history and sincere love for one's native land, it is impossible to build a strong and prosperous state. That is why respect and a deep bow to teachers and mentors is the sacred duty of every citizen.