On September 25, an event dedicated to September 27 – Remembrance Day was held at the Institute of Molecular Biology of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Prior to the event, the Institute's staff, led by Academician Irada Huseynova, Acting Director of the Institute, visited the Second Alley of Martyrs. The cherished memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan during the Patriotic War was respectfully commemorated, and bouquets of flowers were laid at their graves.

The event held at the Institute began with the national anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan. This was followed by a minute of silence in memory of the martyrs of the Patriotic War and the screening of a film dedicated to Remembrance Day.

Speaking at the event, Academician Irada Huseynova provided detailed information about the outbreak of the Patriotic War, the historical significance of September 27 – Remembrance Day, the heroism demonstrated by the Azerbaijani Army during the 44-day war, the services of the martyrs and veterans to the Motherland, as well as Azerbaijan's Victory. She noted that September 27 holds a special place in the memory of the Azerbaijani people both as a day of respectfully commemorating the cherished memory of those who sacrificed their lives during the Patriotic War and as the beginning of the path that led to Azerbaijan's Victory. She noted that, pursuant to the Order of President Ilham Aliyev dated December 2, 2020, September 27 is commemorated annually in Azerbaijan as Remembrance Day as a sign of respect for the servicemen who fought heroically in the Patriotic War and sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan, as well as for all martyrs.

In her speech, Academician Irada Huseynova said:

“This date is commemorated in the memory of our people with both profound sorrow and respect, as well as a sense of national pride. The Patriotic War, which began on September 27, 2020, demonstrated the unity and solidarity of our people, as well as the strength and power of our state and the Azerbaijani Army. As a result of the 44-day war, a large part of Azerbaijan's territories that had been under occupation for many years was liberated. Under the leadership of Victorious Commander-in-Chief, President Ilham Aliyev, through the high morale of the Azerbaijani Army and the unity of our people, Azerbaijan achieved a historic Victory and important results were attained towards restoring its territorial integrity. The unparalleled heroism and sacrifice demonstrated by our martyrs hold a special place in achieving this Victory.”

The speaker also noted that the hostilities were brought to an end by the Trilateral Statement signed by the leaders of Azerbaijan, Russia and Armenia on November 10, 2020, and that, in accordance with the document, the districts of Aghdam, Kalbajar and Lachin were returned to Azerbaijan.

In her speech, Academician Irada Huseynova also touched upon the strengthening of Azerbaijan's international position, the large-scale reconstruction and development projects being implemented in the liberated territories, and the attention and support provided by the state to the families of martyrs and war veterans. She emphasized that preserving the memory of the martyrs and conveying their legacy of heroism to the younger generation are of great moral and social importance. She noted that educating the younger generation in the spirit of patriotism, promoting the life stories and military service of the martyrs, and keeping their cherished memory alive are the moral responsibility of each of us.

Academician Irada Huseynova concluded her speech with the following words:

“The cherished memory of our heroic sons who sacrificed their lives for the Motherland will live forever in the glorious pages of the history of Azerbaijan and in the memory of our people.”

Corresponding Member of ANAS Novruz Guliyev, Professor Konul Bakhshaliyeva, martyr's brother Fazail Mammadov, and Human Resources Specialist Mehriban Ahmadova also spoke at the event. The speakers highlighted the important place of September 27 – Remembrance Day in the modern history of Azerbaijani statehood and spoke about the heroism and sacrifice demonstrated by martyrs and veterans during the Patriotic War. It was emphasized that the cherished memory of the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Azerbaijan will forever live in the memory of our people.

At the end of the event, young employees of the Institute, Alida Ghuluzada and Elvina Jahangirli, recited poems dedicated to the memory of the martyrs.