Ilsur Metshin: «This work has allowed me to get to know many of Kazan citizens in a completely new way»

Assistance in providing fuel to humanitarian organizations, repair of vehicles used for delivering humanitarian aid, and the centralized purchase of materials for the production of apron. These issues were discussed today at a meeting of the coordinating council of the special military operation at the Yaratam Club by volunteer organizations, headed by Yuri Suvorov. The Mayor Ilsur Metshin took part in the meeting.

«It is an honor for me to be a part of this meeting, and thank you for inviting me. We meet with you from time to time at various venues. It is very important that we support our fighters of the special military operation systematically. The work is enhancing not only thanks to support at the federal level, but also thanks to your devoted work. This work has allowed me to get to know many of Kazan citizens in a completely new way. Participation does not depend on a profession, nationality, or age, but rather on the size of their heart, soul, and patriotism. I am honored and proud to be here», – the Mayor said.

The idea to establish the coordinating council came in November 2024. This council is needed to promote cooperation between volunteer organizations and solve common issues, to coordinate efforts to provide humanitarian aid to zone of the special military operation and create mechanisms to combat fraudulent schemes.

Yuri Suvorov, the head of the council, mentioned that they are currently working on issues such as creating a register of reputable volunteer organizations, a list of reliable suppliers of humanitarian goods, and the development of a council website.

The transport issue was discussed at the coordination council. Evgenia Kotsar, Director of ANO «For Victory! Kazan», thanked the Mayor for providing humanitarian organizations with a vehicle. However, one of the main problems faced by volunteers is high fuel costs.

Ilsur Metshin promised to address this issue and also contact car service companies to see if they could assist with repairing transport or conducting inspections before shipping cargo.

He also offered to purchase a batch of materials for organizations that produce apron. This purchase will be made at discounted prices, providing all volunteers with the necessary raw materials.

The Mayor proposed using the resources of the Department of Food and Social Nutrition to produce dry soups, which are in high demand at the frontline. There are also difficulties in obtaining meat or chicken, and Ilsur Metshin has instructed the Committee for Economic Development to solve this issue.

The council also discussed the need to develop a rehabilitation program for those returning from the special military operation, as well as the training of volunteers and the creation of a pool of volunteers who could assist in emergency situations, as well as how to encourage volunteers with municipal awards.