Centenary of politician Veli Akhundov marked
By Laman Ismayilova
The 100th anniversary of the outstanding scientist and well-known political figure of Azerbaijan, academician Veli Akhundov was marked at Azerbaijan’s State Philharmonic on June 2, Trend Life reported.
The event, organized in accordance with the presidential decree, informed the guests about the life and activity of the politician.
Chairman of Azerbaijan Writers' Union, national writer Anar Rzayev, addressing the event, emphasized his merits in the development of the country’s socio-political life.
Further, the audience was presented documentary “Veli Akhundov : Look from the 21st century” by Yavar Rzayev. In the documentary, daughter of the outstanding politician Nigar Akhundova tells about his life and activities.
In the end, the guests enjoyed a concert with participation of People's artist Samir Jafarov, Azer Zeynalov, honored artists Afag Abbasova, Ramil Gasimov and Aytaj Shikhalizade, accompanied by Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra.
The musicians performed music pieces by such prominent Azerbaijani composers as Niyazi Hajibeyov, Khayyam Mirzazadeh, Fikret Amirov, Jahangir Jahangirov, Tofig Guliyev and Gara Garayev.
Veli Akhundov was the 10th First Secretary of Azerbaijan Communist Party, politician and scientist.
Working for many years in the most senior positions in the public administration, Veli Akhundov contributed to the organization of a health care in the country. He graduated from Azerbaijan State Medical Institute and completed his research in 1964 receiving PhD in Medical Sciences and obtaining a title of a Professor and academician in 1964 and 1966, respectively.
From 1946 through 1949, V.Akhundov served as the Chairman of Committee of Trade Union of Medical Workers. He served as the Chairman of the Council of Ministers for a period of one year and was eventually appointed the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Azerbaijan SSR until 1969. Veli Akhundov died on August 22, 1986.
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Laman Ismayilova is AzerNews’ staff journalist, follow her on Twitter: @Lam_Ismayilova
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