Results of New Year and Christmas holidays were summarised at Tatarstan Government House on January 9.

The Minister of Youth Affairs, Sport and Tourism Rafis Burganov reminded about the Olympic Torch Relay ceremony that was recently held in the republic. 370 torch bearers took part in the event.

According to Rafis Burganov, 15 skating rinks and 6 ski tracks were open during the holidays. The occupancy of Kazan hotels made 75-80 per cent. The most attractive venue was “Kazan” ski complex, with 2-2.5 thousand visitors every day.

The Minister of Culture Airat Sibagatullin told about cultural public events that were held during New Year holidays. Thus, New Year performances were held at all cultural state, municipal and non-profit organisations on December 25-January 8. All events were held in accordance with the schedule, no incidents registered. About 200 thousand spectators took part in events held at state art and cultural venues.

Deputy Head of Russian Minister of Emergency Situations in Tatarstan Sergey Sergeev, in his turn, reported that 67 fires with 7 fatal cases were registered in the republic on December 31-January 8. No fires occurred at public venues.

Tatarstan Minister of the Interior carried out all necessary measures to ensure safety during the holidays.