Khanyurdu: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev visited Khanyurdu village in the Khojaly district, APA reports. During this visit, he toured the homes of resettled residents Rasim Javadov and Karam Abbasov.
According to Azeri-Press news Agency, Khanyurdu village, part of the Ballija village administrative territory, has seen the restoration of 40 individual houses. By the end of this year, an additional 65 homes are expected to be restored, with plans for 93 more repairs and restorations scheduled for 2026. On July 14, 33 families, totaling 122 individuals, returned to their native Khanyurdu village.
Efforts to establish modern social infrastructure in the village are ongoing. A 14-km, 10 kV power line has been repaired, and metering has begun. Over 10 km of natural gas pipeline has been laid, with an additional 4 km of existing gas line restored. Other infrastructure improvements include the repair of an artesian well, a 400-cubic-meter water reservoir, and a drinking water network. A 10.4-km communication line has been installed, granting residents access to fixed telephone, internet, and IPTV services. Additionally, more than 2 km of internal village roads have been paved with asphalt. Preparatory work continues for the repair and restoration of a general education facility, alongside major renovations at an ambulatory medical center and a market building. A 1-hectare recreation park has also been established in the village.
During his visit, President Ilham Aliyev met with residents relocated to both Tazabina and Khanyurdu villages. He remarked on their settlement, stating, “You have now been settled on your native land for several days, and the conditions are good. Today, I visited both Tazabina and Khanyurdu villages to see the living conditions. We have practically rebuilt these two beautiful villages and placed them at your disposal. Live here in comfort, live happily – you deserve it.”
President Aliyev acknowledged the challenging conditions the residents have endured over the years, living in tent settlements, railway cars, dormitories, kindergartens, schools, and other makeshift places. He praised their enduring faith and willpower, emphasizing that their return to their native land exemplifies the triumph of justice.
He further noted the significance of strength in ensuring justice, highlighting the state’s efforts to provide necessary conditions such as housing, household plots, drinking water, natural gas, and electricity. He expressed confidence that in a few months, thousands of people would be living in both villages, attributing their deserved conditions to their resilience.
Residents expressed their gratitude to President Ilham Aliyev for the attention and conditions provided, marking a significant milestone in their return to their homeland.