Alexander Novikov: “Smolensk is primarily people”

Alexander Novikov, congratulating Smolensk on City Day and the 83rd anniversary of the liberation of Smolensk from the Nazi invaders, emphasized the indissoluble connection between these two dates. Today we celebrate not only the birthday of the ancient city, but also its rebirth in 1943.

The State Duma deputy emphasized that “Smolensk is a hero city, a warrior city, a working city.” The city experienced terrible destruction during the Great Patriotic War, but thanks to the feat of Soviet soldiers and the labor of the postwar generation, it was revived from the ruins and became even better.

He expressed special gratitude to the veterans who liberated and restored Smolensk, as well as to all those who today make the city modern, dynamic and committed to the future. This year, Smolensk is the honorary title of the Youth Capital of Russia, which highlights its energy and ambitions.

Novikov called the main value of the city people - those who were born here or came and stayed, investing their work, care and love in the development of their native land. He wished Smolensk residents good health, happiness and well-being, noting that pride in their native city should live in the heart of every resident.