Ilsur Metshin congratulates a Kazan schoolboy on his upcoming birthday – his father is a participant of the special military operation

The Mayor of Kazan Ilsur Metshin congratulated the 7th grade student of school № 130 named after the Hero of the Russian Federation Major S.A.Ashikhmin on the upcoming birthday – tomorrow Albert will turn 13. The elder brother of the boy addressed the head of the city with a request to congratulate him on behalf of his father, participant of the special military operation. 14-year-old Timur studies with his younger brother Albert at the same school.

Ilsur Metshin responded to the request and came to school today. Timur met the head of the city in the lobby and together they went to the classroom where Albert had a Russian language lesson. He was very surprised to see the Mayor.

“I was deeply touched that the brothers take care of each other so much, - the Mayor addressed the students. - I received an email from an older brother. He wrote about a birthday of his younger brother and asked to congratulate him, their father is currently serving in a special military operation."

“Albert, Timur, and you, children, take care of your family and friends, brothers, sisters, mom and dad. I have two older siblings. We also grew up in a friendly atmosphere,”- Ilsur Metshin said.

Timur also shared his pride for his younger brother, who holds the title of champion of the republic in judo. “Good job! – the head of the city praised the boy. – I am very glad that we have such children growing up in Kazan. Your father protects the Motherland. You will grow up and become defenders too. We served in the army, each of us paid his duty. Therefore, be proud of your father. May God grant he will come back soon and hug you.”

The Mayor presented smartphones to the brothers. At parting, they took a memorable photo, and the head of the city wished the classmates a good school year.