Tajik national clothing fully complies with Islamic requirements and reflects the rich cultural traditions of the people. This was stated by Ms. Bunafsha Faiziddinzoda, Chair of the Committee for Women and Family Affairs under the Government of Tajikistan, during a news conference on February 5.
According to her, Tajiks have a rich and distinctive culture, and national clothing should occupy a prominent place in society. She emphasized that Tajik national dress meets Islamic standards and does not contradict its requirements.
"The Committee conducts the 'Tojikona Mepushem' campaign annually for girls and women, and implements various activities aimed at popularizing and promoting national costumes," Faiziddinzoda noted.
Furthermore, she mentioned that every year the country holds the 'Sad Rangi Chakan' (Hundred Colors of Chakan) festival, and this year it will be held in the format of a festival-competition called 'Matovu Sad Rang.' The change in format aims to promote not only the chakan but also other types of national clothing.
Faiziddinzoda highlighted that the competitive format allows tailors and designers to present their work, compete with each other, and select the best samples, which are then offered to the public for everyday wear.
Earlier, on December 16, 2025, President Emomali Rahmon, in his address to a joint meeting of both chambers of the Parliament, once again expressed concern about the wearing of "alien clothing" by the citizens of the country. He stressed the importance of preserving cultural traditions, especially regarding national clothing, which is an integral part of Tajik identity.
"Do not forget about the culture of clothing, about how we Tajiks dress when we visit the homes of the deceased or go visiting," the president remarked.
He also pointed out that the capital is the face of the country, and its appearance directly affects the perception of the nation by others. In this regard, the president called on all citizens to be modest and respect the values of their national culture.
In 2024, President Emomali Rahmon signed 35 new laws, including the "Law on Regulating Traditions, Celebrations, and Rituals in the Republic of Tajikistan," which included new norms such as a ban on the practice of idgardak (children's celebrations for two major Islamic holidays — Eid al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha) and wearing of clothing alien to the national culture. The bill was proposed by the president and approved by both chambers of Parliament.
At the time, Tajikistan's grand mufti Saidmukarram Abdulqodirzoda supported the bill, which prohibits the "import, sale, and wearing of clothing alien to the national culture." On Tajikistan TV, he noted that the Tajik people, like the Arab nations, have their own special clothing, and it is important to adhere to Sharia norms and not imitate foreign cultures.
