On 9 December in his congratulation of Tatarstan residents with the Heroes of the Fatherland Day the Prime Minister of the republic Aleksey Pesoshin wrote:
“The Heroes of the Fatherland Day is celebrated in Russia every year on 9 December and symbolizes strength, courage, uncrushable spirit and valour of those who defend our country and those who by their work have made a substantial contribution into the development of the society.
We commemorate heroes who gave their lives for freedom and wellbeing of the Motherland and down before their fearless feat. Our heroes inspire by their deeds and serve an example of nobility, honesty and patriotism. Their active civic stand and dedication to their ideals will always be a moral guide for future generations.
Today our brave compatriots defend interests of Russia in the special military operation continuing great military traditions of their grand-fathers and grad-grand-fathers, participants of the WWII.”
In conclusion Aleksey Pesoshin thanked all heroes for their selflessness, hard work and dedication and whished good health, happiness and family prosperity.