Yangi Uzbekistan Park — Symbol of a “New Uzbekistan”
10 September 2026
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Yangi Uzbekistan Park — Symbol of a “New Uzbekistan”
Context
During his State Visit to Uzbekistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Yangi Uzbekistan Park in Tashkent on 29 August 2026 and paid floral tribute at the Independence Monument. The visit highlighted the growing cultural and diplomatic engagement between India and Uzbekistan.
Historical Background
“Yangi Uzbekistan” means “New Uzbekistan.” The park was developed to mark the 30th anniversary of Uzbekistan’s independence from the Soviet Union. It was officially inaugurated on 31 August 2021 by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The park represents the country’s post-independence identity, national pride and development vision.
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Modi visits Yangi Uzbekistan Park in Tashkent, symbolizing India's cultural diplomacy and strengthening India-Uzbekistan ties through heritage engagement.
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Yangi Uzbekistan ParkModi Uzbekistan visitcultural diplomacyTashkentIndependence MonumentConnect Central AsiaIndia Uzbekistan relationsShavkat MirziyoyevCentral Asia policy