President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a Decree on conferring the honorary title Ene mähri on mothers of large families during a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, reports the State News Agency of Turkmenistan.

The head of state noted the important role of mothers, who carry out great work to preserve the sacred family hearth, raise their sons and daughters with dignity, and strengthen the unity of Turkmen society.

The President of Turkmenistan highly appreciated the role of women in strengthening family values and emphasized that their work increases the authority of the Fatherland.

The honorary title Ene mähri was established in 2008. It is assigned to mothers who have given birth and raised eight or more children. Mothers awarded this honorary title are awarded a corresponding badge and certificate, and are paid a one-time remuneration in the amount of ten times the base amount calculated when assigning pensions and benefits.

Mothers who have been awarded the honorary title of Turkmenistan Ene mähri enjoy benefits in cases and in the manner established by the legislation of Turkmenistan. They are also given the right to free use of utilities, public transport, etc.