Tajik Press Day
March 11, Tuesday
The date of the holiday is timed to coincide with the first issue of the first Tajik newspaper "Bukhoroi Sharif", which was published on March 11, 1912. The newspaper was published in the Tajik language (based on Arabic script) in Bukhara and played an important role in the formation of the national press and education of the population.
The Significance of the Holiday
Tajik Press Day emphasizes the importance of a free and responsible press in strengthening democratic institutions and social progress. It is also an opportunity to:
Celebrate the achievements of Tajik journalists. The holiday serves as recognition of their contribution to the development of society and their role in shaping public opinion.
Emphasize the importance of free speech. On this day, issues related to press freedom, professional ethics and the quality of journalism are discussed.
To pay attention to challenges and problems. Issues related to censorship, the safety of journalists and access to information remain relevant.