Mintimer Shaimiev meets with mothers of participants of the project “Reconstruction of Bolgar and Sviyazhsk”
23 November 2012, Friday
A solemn reception dated to Mother’s Day was held at the Kazan Kremlin today. The State Counselor, Chairman of Guardian Council of the Republican foundation for historical and cultural monuments Mintimer Shaimiev honoured mothers of participants of the project “Cultural heritage of Tatarstan: old city of Bolgar and the island town of Sviyazhsk”.
Mothers of investors and chiefs of organisations involved in restoration of Bolgar and Sviyazhsk were present at the event.
Mintimer Shaimiev congratulated guests on Mother’s Day and told about the project, shared his ideas regarding the historical and moral value of such nationwide mission.
Mintimer Shaimiev thanked guests for bringing up such wonderful children.
Further, every guest was introduced to Mintimer Shaimiev and the audience. He presented letters of gratitude of “Renaissance” Foundation containing the following words: a considerable contribution and interest of your children in the project “Cultural heritage of Tatarstan: old city of Bolgar and the island town of Sviyazhsk” is an excellent example of nobleness and morality.
Mothers also thanked Mintimer Shaimiev for reconstructing these two holy places cherished by Tatarstan citizens and support of noble initiatives of their children.
Finally, Aide to the Tatarstan President on social issues, CEO of “Renaissance” Foundation Tatyana Larionova handed presents to mothers.
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