In accordance with the action plan approved by the Azerbaijan Defense Minister, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov a series of events on the occasion of Novruz holiday were held in types of troops, the Combined Arms Army, army corps, formations and special educational institutions of the Azerbaijan Army.
During the events, the memory of the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people Heydar Aliyev, and Shehids (Martyrs), who sacrificed their lives for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Motherland, was honored with observing a minute of silence. The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan accompanied by a military orchestra was performed.
Speakers at the festive events emphasized that the coming of spring is celebrated joyfully and solemnly in Azerbaijan, spoke about Novruz traditions’ history and Azerbaijani national-spiritual values.
During the events held in the military units stationed in the liberated territories and other areas, the congratulations of the President and Defense Minister were conveyed to servicemen to promote the national-spiritual values and further increase the fighting spirit and patriotism.
As part of the events, concert programs with the participation of the teams of the Separate Exemplary Orchestra of the Ministry of Defense, the Army Ideological and Cultural Center named after Hazi Aslanov, and the Ganja Garrison Ideological and Cultural Center, as well as regional cultural departments were presented. Servicemen who distinguished themselves in military service were awarded.
Within the events, the graves of Shehids were visited by the military personnel, the servicemen visited the families of the Shehids, enquired about their concerns, and presented holiday gifts.
At the meetings, it was emphasized that the Azerbaijani state always pays tribute to the memory of Shehids, and provides great attention and care to their families.