President of Turkmenistan took part in a ceremony to mark Remembrance Day

On Remembrance Day, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov participated in a wreath-laying ceremony at the "Halk Hakydasy" Memorial Complex, a memorial to the victims of the 1948 Ashgabat Earthquake and to national heroes who fell on the battlefields of all wars.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov laid a wreath at the majestic "Ruhy Tagzym" monument, paying tribute to those who perished in the 1948 Ashgabat Earthquake.

Following the ceremony, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov laid wreaths at the "Milletiň Ogullary" and "Baky şöhrat" monuments, erected in honor of the Turkmen soldiers who fell in the battle against fascism and the heroes who died in the battles for the freedom of the Fatherland and the happiness of future generations.

Wreaths and bouquets of flowers were then laid by the Speaker of the Mejlis, Deputy Chairmen of the Cabinet of Ministers, heads of military and law enforcement agencies, diplomatic missions accredited in Turkmenistan, and international organizations. They were joined by leaders and representatives of political parties and public organizations, ministries and agencies, venerable elders, students, and residents of the capital.

The President of Turkmenistan noted that today is Remembrance Day in our country, and we honor the memory of those who have passed away. The head of state also emphasized that bouquets of flowers were laid in memory of those who have passed away, and he wished that the prayers recited and sadaqah given would be accepted by the Almighty.

The flower-laying ceremony held today at the "Halk Hakydasy" Memorial Complex was an expression of the continuity of the humanistic traditions of our great ancestors.

Memory is a spiritual component of the life of a nation; it is a unique connection between generations that strengthens feelings of patriotism and solidarity and unites citizens.

Source: Electronic newspaper “Turkmenistan: Golden Age”