The 2025 Honorary Citizens of Tbilisi were officially recognized during a formal ceremony held at the State Palace of Ceremonies, celebrating exceptional contributions to the city and the nation across diverse fields.

Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze presented each honoree with a symbolic key to the city and an official certificate of honorary citizenship, acknowledging their lifetime achievements and service.

This year’s honorees include prominent figures from medicine, science, the arts, sports, and public service:

Zurab Turmanidze – physician, surgeon

Tinatin Mgvdliashvili – poet, artist

Jenaro Kristesashvili – physician, reproductive specialist

Nodar Chkhartishvili – biologist, scientist

Bakur Kiguradze – architect, scientist

Otar Gabelashvili – engineer, mining geologist

Givi Chichinadze – engineer, singer, politician

Tengiz Gugeshashvili – surgeon, Doctor of Medical Sciences

Goga Pipinashvili – theater and film actor

Tomzir Tsomaia – athlete, gymnast

Tina Mgaloblishvili – announcer, actress

Davit Evgenidze – composer, pianist

Zura Abashidze – diplomat, scientist

Archil Gogelia – fencer, journalist

Teimuraz Chigogidze – urologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences

Vladimer (Vakhtang) Vepkhvadze – publisher

Giorgi Burjanadze – theater and film actor

Lauz (Rezo) Chanishvili – choreographer-choreologist, Doctor

Nugzar Kvashal – singer, Honored Artist of Georgia

Roman (Roma) Rtskhiladze – musician, composer, singer

Tinatin Bukia – doctor, teacher, Doctor of Medical Sciences

Nodar Mitagvaria – biologist, Doctor of Biological Sciences

Nanuli Abesadze – singer

Manana Todadze – singer, actress

Nanuli Sarajishvili – film and theater actress

Leila Mumladze – musician, teacher

Tamaz Molashvili – musician

Nikoloz Shengelaia – artist

Malkhaz Dolidze – chairman of the Union of Bakery Manufacturers, Doctor of Technical Sciences, professor

Jimi Kipiani – lawyer

The ceremony was also attended by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, adding to the prestige of the occasion. The recognition highlights the city’s commitment to celebrating individuals who have shaped Georgia’s cultural, scientific, and civic life.