A solemn event dedicated to the Youth Day, which is celebrated in Azerbaijan on February 2, was held on January 30 at Sumgayit State University.

The event started with the sounding of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Rector prof. Elkhan Huseynov congratulated students on this significant day. He noted that the youth policy, the foundation of which was laid by the national leader Heydar Aliyev and is successfully continued by the current president Ilham Aliyev, has opened new horizons for the current generation. The rector emphasized that Heydar Aliyev always paid attention to the formation of Azerbaijani youth as a modern, advanced, highly intellectual force. He considered this policy as one of the most important areas of activity of an independent Azerbaijani state, highly appreciated the abilities of young people, and attached great importance to measures taken to solve their problems. The national leader signed many different documents that created the conditions for more active participation of youth in the socio-political life of the republic, defined the goals, principles and directions of youth policy, its organizational and legal foundations. All this is evidence of his great concern for youth. The rector, who gave his recommendations to young people, also noted that the country's rapid economic development is the result of the policies of the current head of state. In the implementation of this policy, a great role is also given to our youth. Today, the youth of Azerbaijan is ready to devote their knowledge and strength to their people, their homeland and their state.

Afterwards rector prof. Elkhan Huseynov presented honorary diplomas to a group of young people who took an active part in the public life of the university.

The event ended with the performance of famous artistes of our country and the dance group "Sama" of the university.