In memory of Asgat Galimzyanov

"Today, March 2, honorary citizen of Kazan Asgat Galimzyanovich Galimzyanov would be 80 years old. Throughout his life, he was helping people; he was a benefactor by his big heart. Simple carrier at farmers market of Kazan, who came from a peasant family, Asgat Galimzyanovich taught all of us a great lesson that good deeds always have place in life. A simple sincere smile, a sign of attention from an unknown passer-by can warm the soul and to encourage more than anything else. When indifference becomes the sense of all life, man changes the world around them, as Asgat Galimzyanovich Galimzyanov did, affecting fate of hundreds of people.

As Mintimer Shaimiev rightly said about him: "He was a man of unparalleled generosity. His kindness had no limit". The entire Soviet Union known about Kazan philanthropist on television and radio broadcasts. Recognition, respect and many thanks from people came to Asgat Galimzyanovich in his life.

Kazan will always cherish the memory of its great citizen, who has lived a life full of good deeds. In the center of the city a monument to the benefactor with face of Asgata Galimzyanovich has been erected. This year at the suggestion of Kazan citizens one of the streets of our city will receive the name of Asgat Galimzyanov. And his example, I believe, will inspire us to do good deeds and charity towards each other again and again.

The bright memory befits to the great people lover and the teacher of kindness. He will always live in our hearts."

Ilsur Metshin