On April 10, the Military Police Department of Azerbaijan hosted an event on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the establishment of the Defense Ministry's Military Police Department, Report informs, citing the ministry.

First, flowers were laid at the bust of the National Leader of Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev, installed on the territory of the department, and tribute was paid to his memory.

Then at the event held in the department, the memory of National Leader and Shehids (Martyrs) who sacrificed their lives for the independence, territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Motherland was honored with a minute of silence. The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was performed.

The congratulations of the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov were conveyed to the military personnel.

Speaking at the event, the Chief of the Main Department of Internal Security and Investigations, Major General Azer Ibrahimov highlighted that the service activities of military police units, particularly in the liberated territories and areas where troops are stationed, is highly appreciated by the Defense Ministry's leadership. The Chief of the Main Department wished the servicemen success in their future military service.

A video on the military police’s establishment history and activities was shown at the event.

In the end, a group of servicemen who distinguished themselves in the organization of commandant and troops’ service was awarded.