Putin Establishes Two New National Days Honoring Indigenous Minorities and Languages
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed decrees establishing two new national days. Indigenous Minorities Day will be observed on April 30, while Languages of the Peoples of Russia Day will be celebrated on September 8.
Indigenous Minorities Day aims to preserve the traditional way of life, economic activities, crafts, and unique cultural heritage of Russia's indigenous peoples. It will be a day to honour and support these indigenous communities.
Languages of the Peoples of Russia Day, on the other hand, is dedicated to supporting and safeguarding the languages of the country's ethnic groups. The proposal for this day was made by the linguistic and cultural community of Russia, with Putin initially suggesting it be held on the birthday of poet Rasul Gamzatov.
Both days are set to become annual events, with Indigenous Minorities Day falling on April 30 and Languages of the Peoples of Russia Day on September 8. These new celebrations reflect Russia's commitment to preserving its diverse cultural and linguistic heritage.
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