DUSHANBE, 13.08.2020. (NIAT Khovar) – Gulnazar Keldi, beloved national poet​ and author of the lyrics of the national Anthem of Tajikistan, People’s Poet of Tajikistan and Winner of the State Prize of Tajikistan named after Abuabdullo Rudaki has died at the age of 75.

President Emomali Rahmon has sent his deep condolences to​ the​ family and loved ones of​ Gulnazar Keldi following the​ poet’s death.