Shavkat Mirziyoyev commemorates victims of repression
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated in a ceremony commemorating the victims of repression held at the Martyrs' Memorial Alley on August 28. The Head of State emphasized that honoring the memory of ancestors who died for the freedom of the Motherland is a sacred duty, and stated that Uzbekistan will never turn back from the path of peace, friendship, and cooperation.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev commemorated the victims of repression.
On the eve of Independence Day, representatives of state and public organizations, scholars, luminaries, and intellectuals gathered at the Martyrs' Memorial Alley. The Quran was recited and prayers were said for the ancestors who fought for the freedom of the Motherland.
The Quran was also recited near the symbolic grave in the alley. Here, Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed with scholars and intellectuals the issues of preserving historical memory, restoring the names of the victims of repression, and educating young people in the spirit of patriotism.
The President noted that on the eve of the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan's independence, it is of particular importance to commemorate the ancestors who died in the cause of independence and freedom.
“For thirty-five years, we have been living freely and comfortably under such a peaceful and clear sky, without depending on anyone. This is a great happiness, an invaluable wealth. On such glorious days, remembering our heroic ancestors who died for independence and freedom, paying tribute to their memory is our sacred duty,” he said.
The Head of State also touched upon the work being carried out in recent years to perpetuate the memory of the victims of repression and restore historical justice.
The State Museum of Repression Victims in the Alley of Martyrs' Memory has been reconstructed, its exposition has been enriched and equipped with modern technologies. The funds of the museums of repression victims in the Republic of Karakalpakstan and all regions are also being replenished with new documents and photographs.
It was reported that in 2021-2025, more than 1,200 compatriots who were victims of repression were acquitted by the Supreme Court. In 2026, another 161 compatriots who were unjustly accused, imprisoned or sentenced to death under the former regime were acquitted.
The conversation also touched upon the repressions related to the "cotton case" and the "Uzbek case" of the 1980s. According to the information provided, 40,000 Uzbeks were investigated in 1983-1990, of whom 5,000 were brought to criminal responsibility.
Shavkat Mirziyoyev, drawing attention to the intensification of armed conflicts and political confrontations in the world, stressed the importance of valuing peace in the country, strengthening unity and solidarity in this context.
"Our path is the path of peace, friendship and cooperation. Uzbekistan will never turn back from this path," the president said.