In line with the plan approved by the Azerbaijan Minister of Defense, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov a range of events marking 31 December – Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis and New Year were organised across all types of troops, forces, and special educational institutions within the Azerbaijan Army.
The events commenced with a tribute to the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev, and Martyrs, who sacrificed their lives for the Motherland. The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was performed under accompaniment of military band.
The speeches provided detailed information on the history of the establishment of the Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis and its socio-political significance, emphasizing that this commemorative day embodies national unity, love for Azerbaijan, respect for moral values, and a strong sense of devotion to the Motherland.
It was highlighted that on December 16, 1991, during a meeting of the Supreme Assembly of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, chaired by Heydar Aliyev, a decision was made to designate 31 December as the Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis. Following this, the Supreme Assembly appealed to the country's parliament, the Supreme Soviet, to adopt a corresponding legislative act in this regard. On December 25, 1991, the National Council of the Supreme Soviet of the Republic of Azerbaijan passed a law declaring 31 December as the Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis.
The events discussed exceptional contributions of the founder of the modern Republic of Azerbaijan, the National Leader Heydar Aliyev, as well as the achievements of his worthy successor, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Victorious Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, in continuing and advancing the political course set by the National Leader.
Within the events, documentary films were screened for military personnel, and roundtable discussions and quizzes were organized with the aim of instilling ideas of loyalty to the Motherland and the state, as well as national and moral values.
Concert programs presented by the creative teams of the Hazi Aslanov Army Ideological and Cultural Center, the Ganja Garrison Ideological and Cultural Center, and the district cultural centers aroused great enthusiasm of attendees.
On the eve of holidays, personnel paid visits to the families of Martyrs, presenting them with festive gifts.