Smolensk customs officers celebrated the 35th anniversary of the FCS at the Kurgan of Immortality

In Smolensk, the Kurgan of Immortality in Readovsk Park hosted a solemn event dedicated to the 35th anniversary of the Federal Customs Service and a professional holiday - the Day of the Customs Officer of the Russian Federation. The celebration was attended by the leadership and staff of the Smolensk customs, veterans of the service, members of their families, as well as students of the Smolensk branch of RANEPA.

The central event of the official part was the ceremony of taking the oath of office of 29 employees who received special ranks for the first time. The new specialists swore to protect the economic sovereignty and security of the country.

In his congratulatory speech, the head of the Smolensk customs Alexander Povalyaev stressed the importance of the contribution of each employee to ensuring the economic security of the state. He thanked the staff for professionalism and loyalty to duty, and also expressed special gratitude to the veterans of the customs service. According to the head, many years of work and experience of veterans who have made a significant contribution to the formation of the department serve as an important example for the younger generation.

As a sign of respect for the feat of the Soviet people, the ceremony participants honored the memory of the fallen defenders of the Fatherland with a minute of silence.

The event ended with a flash mob, which was organized by customs officials together with veterans and students of the Smolensk branch of RANEPA. The participants lined up in a live inscription “FCS 35”, demonstrating the continuity of traditions and the unity of generations protecting the economic interests of the country.