(KZN.RU,
October 1). Ilsur Metshin, the Mayor of the capital of RT, addressed the older
generation of Kazan on the occasion of the International Day of Older Persons.
“Dear
citizens of Kazan, representatives of the older generation!
Today, the
1st of October, we celebrate a special holiday, the International Day of Older
Persons. This is an excellent occasion for us to sincerely congratulate those
who have gone through a great journey of life and have gained common respect.
Since
childhood, we have adopted the traditions and wisdom of people of the older
generation, the foundations of culture and native speech. Much of what we are
proud of today has arisen thanks to your many years of work. You built
factories, fought on the fronts and built a peaceful life, educated us, your
children, and grandchildren. This holiday as a symbol of the continuity of
generations is supposed to remind all of us of your invaluable contribution to
the prosperity of our native city, republic, and the whole country.
I wish you good
health, happiness, inexhaustible energy, and long life! Let every day give you
joy, let peace and mutual understanding reign in your home!” says the greeting.