On 16 October in her congratulatory address on the occasion of The Father’s Day, Tatarstan Vice-Prime Minister Leyla Fazleyeva said: “Dear Fathers! On behalf of the Government of the republic and from me personally I congratulate you with the Father’s Day.
This good-hearted holiday was established by a decree of Russian President Vladimir Putin with the aim of strengthening the institution of the family and increasing the role of fatherhood in upbringing children. From times immemorial in our country a man was a protector and a breadwinner for his family and a mentor and example for his sons and daughters. From their fathers children to learn to work hard, care about their near and dear ones, to be responsible for their deeds, to protect the weak and take important decisions. It is fathers who are an example of courage and generosity.
From the bottom of my heart I wish you and youth families good health and prosperity. May concord, mutual understanding and love always live at your home”.