In addition to its weekly food provision initiative, Termez State University organises a large-scale community event called “The Plov Festival” once every semester.
The festival is open to the entire university community and the general public, including students, academic staff, administrative employees, parents of students and other visitors. The event is officially opened by the Rector of Termez State University, who delivers a welcoming address and explains the social purpose and objectives of the initiative.
The festival combines community engagement with practical food assistance. Traditional meals are prepared and distributed to participants, while dedicated food assistance is provided to families belonging to the bottom 20% of low-income households.
During the two semesters of 2025, the Plov Festival attracted more than 14,000 participants, including over 10,000 university students and approximately 4,000 academic staff, administrative employees and other guests.
Furthermore, according to the university's estimates, food assistance was provided to approximately 450 low-income families during 2025 through this initiative.
Both initiatives incorporate targeted support for economically vulnerable students and households. By prioritising beneficiaries from the bottom 20% of low-income households, the university seeks to reduce food insecurity and improve access to essential food resources among disadvantaged members of its community.
Through weekly free meal provision and semester-based food assistance activities, Termez State University demonstrates an ongoing institutional commitment to addressing hunger, supporting vulnerable groups and promoting food security.
These interventions contribute directly to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) by improving access to food, providing practical assistance to economically disadvantaged students and extending food support to vulnerable households within the wider university community.
The Plov Festival – 2025 Results
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Indicator |
Number |
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Total festival participants |
14,000+ |
|
University students |
10,000+ |
|
Academic staff, administrative personnel and other guests |
Approximately 4,000 |
|
Low-income families receiving food assistance |
Approximately 450 |