Rustam Minnikhanov presented state awards at the Kazan Kremlin.

      April 30, 2026

      The state awards of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tatarstan were presented by the President of Tatarstan, Rustam Minnikhanov, to the most distinguished residents of Tatarstan. The award ceremony took place in the Kazan Kremlin and was timed to coincide with the celebration of May 1 and Victory Day on May 9. Rustam Minnikhanov reminded that in the Year of Military and Labor Valor, ceremonies honoring outstanding workers and defenders of the Fatherland are held throughout Tatarstan. "These events are aimed at strengthening respect for labor and military service, preserving historical memory, and educating the youth with examples of true heroes," he said. The President of the Republic emphasized that despite all challenges and difficulties, Tatarstan continues to develop sustainably and maintains leading positions among the regions of the Russian Federation in key macroeconomic indicators. "Significant positive transformations in the republic are occurring in the fields of education and healthcare, culture and youth policy, and social protection. Undoubtedly, the implementation of large-scale projects aimed at improving the quality of life for our citizens would not be possible without the support of the President of Russia, Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin, and the Government of the Russian Federation," said Rustam Minnikhanov.

      With special feeling, Rustam Minnikhanov welcomed the esteemed veterans, including participant of the Great Patriotic War Alexey Ivanovich Pisarev, who was present in the hall. Rustam Minnikhanov noted that previous generations contributed to the Great Victory and the restoration of the country through their feats and labor. "Your example inspires current and future generations to serve the Motherland and work diligently," he said to applause. The President of Tatarstan expressed deep gratitude to the military personnel present in the hall – natives of the republic who bravely fulfill their military duty in the special military operation zone. "Support for the fighters ensuring the security of the Motherland is always at the center of our attention," emphasized Rustam Minnikhanov. Today, this hall gathered professionals, masters of their craft, all those who have been awarded high state honors – labor veterans, oil workers, cultural figures, builders, lawyers, and workers in education and healthcare, agriculture, and housing and communal services. "Your achievements testify to the harmonious development of all sectors of the economy of our republic," said Rustam Minnikhanov, addressing those present. "You are the pride and example for labor collectives, for your children and grandchildren." Rustam Minnikhanov congratulated everyone on their well-deserved awards. In anticipation of the upcoming holidays, he wished everyone good health and well-being, and new achievements for the benefit of Tatarstan and the Russian Federation.

      The award ceremony then took place. The medal "100 Years of the TASSR" was awarded to participant of the Great Patriotic War Alexey Ivanovich Pisarev, who turned 100 years old, as well as to rear workers Antonina Georgievna Kirillova (102 years) and Gulsinya Malikovna Sabitova (95 years). The honorary title "Honored Worker of the Oil and Gas Industry of the Russian Federation" was awarded to Rushan Zinnatullovich Islamov – senior sergeant, deputy commander of the platoon of the military unit of the Southern Military District, employee of the NGDU "Djalilneft." The medal of the order "For Services to the Republic of Tatarstan" was awarded to military personnel Andrey Nikolaevich Sukhorukov, Oleg Yurievich Kurochkin, Sergey Alekseevich Pukhov, Andrey Anatolyevich Sintsov, Mars Marsilovich Minemullin.

      The order "For Services to the Fatherland" III degree was awarded to the deputy director for external relations of NP "KAMAZ – Motorsports" Aydar Raisovich Belyaev. The order "Parental Glory" was awarded to the large family of Nasibullins, which raises seven children. The award "Ana dany" - "Maternal Glory" was given to the mother of many children Natalia Nikolaevna Davkaeva. The order "Duslyk" was awarded to labor veterans Shamil Nurgalievich Shaidullin and Viktor Valentinovich Morozov, as well as to Valentina Andreevna Apelgants, Stanislav Georgievich Yeremin, and Viktor Vladimirovich Shashmarkin. In total, 51 state awards of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Tatarstan were presented.

      Press Service of the President of Tatarstan

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