Rustam Minnikhanov: The main task of the authorities in today’s difficult conditions is to care for citizens

On November 12, speaking at the meeting in the Government House of the republic, Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov said that the main task of the authorities in today’s difficult conditions is to care for citizens.

He emphasized that the families of the participants in the special military operation require special attention. “The leadership of the country, as well as at the regional level, has taken a number of measures to provide material support for military personnel and support their families. On November 7, we discussed the state of affairs and tasks in this direction at the joint meeting of the regional operational headquarters of the draft commission for mobilization. The Government of the republic, together with the heads of cities and regions, should work to support families of military personnel continuously and define this work as a priority,” Minnikhanov said.

Minnikhanov also reminded that support for families with children should also be in the area of special attention of the authorities. He instructed the Pension Fund and the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Protection to ensure the timely payment of benefits to families with children.

Tatarstan President also reminded about another important programme - gasification and gas supply to residential settlements and neighborhoods.