Bakhriddin Roziev, who served as governor of Uzbekistan’s Navoiy region from 2002 to 2008, has died at the age of 76. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and other senior officials expressed condolences, praising his contribution to state and public life. Roziev was remembered for his role in regional development, industrial expansion, investment attraction and efforts to strengthen Navoiy’s export potential. His death is being treated as a notable loss for the region’s administrative and public circles.
Key Takeaways: Roziev was born on August 23, 1950, in the Chiroqchi district of Kashkadarya region and led Navoiy region from 2002 to 2008. He died at 76; condolences were signed by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Tanzila Norboyeva, Nuriddin Ismoilov, Abdulla Aripov and Sodiq Turdiev. He took an active part in establishing the Navoiy Free Industrial-Economic Zone and an international logistics center at Navoiy International Airport.
Roziev began his career as an auto mechanic at a road construction association in Karmana district. He later studied mechanical engineering at the Tashkent Polytechnic Institute and also attended the Moscow Academy of Social Sciences. In Navoiy region he held several senior posts, heading the regional gas supply department and the territorial communal services department, and serving as governor of Konimex district. After his appointment as regional governor in 2002, his work focused on expanding industry and production, attracting investment, developing farming and raising local export capacity.
In the official condolence message, Roziev was described as a prominent state and public figure, a sincere and modest person, and a kind mentor to young people. The document was signed by Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Tanzila Norboyeva, Nuriddin Ismoilov, Abdulla Aripov and Sodiq Turdiev. In recent years he remained active in public life as a member of the veterans’ organization, mentoring young cadres and sharing his professional experience. His legacy is linked in particular to the Navoiy Free Industrial-Economic Zone and logistics infrastructure projects that shaped the region’s economic profile.
No further official details about the cause of death or funeral arrangements have been announced so far. State bodies and members of the public are expressing condolences to his family and friends, while noting that his administrative experience remains relevant for younger specialists. The 2002–2008 period holds a distinct place in Navoiy’s recent history, when regional authorities pushed initiatives in industry, transport, logistics and investment. Further commemorative statements and memorial events are expected in the coming days.
Source: kun.uz