On July 18 Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov started a traditional meeting on issues of municipal economy from words of gratitude addressed to event managers, Tatarstan citizens, and everyone who helped to organise and hold Universiade 2013 in Kazan. Rustam Minnikhanov noted that due to well-coordinated responsible team work and citizens’ support all plans were realized.

He added that incentives would be provided for those who actively participated in organisation of Universiade.

“Everyone participated in Universiade. All regions and towns actively helped us. We did it. Not every region can cope with such tasks. Therefore, we see that the potential our republic is huge. Tatarstan and Kazan obtained a positive image due to Universiade, and the renewed capital is our heritage. However, there were some mistakes. We did not organize ticket sales properly, but everything was corrected in time. We have to analyse all mistakes and make some conclusions,” Rustam Minnikhanov said.

“I saw a very responsible attitude to this event. Russian President and Prime Minister expressed their appreciation. We showed identity and power of Russian Federation and Tatarstan, and our friendly attitude to people. I express my deepest gratitude to our citizens,” Tatarstan President added.