The “Reading Festival” aimed at promoting books and raising young people's interest in literature was held in Surkhandarya. Education officials, representatives of district children's libraries, avid young readers and parents attended the event.

Five competitions were held as part of the festival: “Most Reading School,” “Most Active Young Reader,” “Creative Children,” “Most Reading Family” and “Most Active Librarian.” The winners were presented with awards during the ceremony.

Winners

• “Creative Children” — 11th-grade pupil Umida Muxammadiyeva from School No. 8 in Termiz district;
• “Most Active Reading School” — the “Zukko kitobxon” team from School No. 70 in Qumqo‘rg‘on district;
• “Most Active Librarian” — librarian Ruxiya Normamatova from School No. 36 in Sherobod district;
• “Most Active Young Reader” — 10th-grade pupil Latofat Shaymardonova from School No. 20 in Oltinsoy district.

A group of librarians who showed initiative in revitalizing school library work was also recognized.

Nearly 190,000 pupils across the region took part in the competitions, and 12 winning pupils were rewarded. Performances and songs presented during the festival added a festive atmosphere to the event.

Such events play an important role in fostering a love of reading among children and in bringing new life to school libraries.

Source: Ta'lim va ilm-fan vazirligi