
The Prime Minister of the Russian Federation noted that the preservation and development of languages is one of the priorities of state policy.
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The Day of Languages of the Peoples of Russia is celebrated for the first time on September 8, on the birthday of the poet Rasul Gamzatov, by decree of President Vladimir Putin.
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin congratulated Russians on the Day of Languages of the Peoples of the Russian Federation.
76 languages are studied in schools, kindergartens, colleges and universities across the country, including those of indigenous peoples.
The diversity of cultures, traditions, and customs is one of the main riches of Russia, where representatives of more than 190 peoples live, speaking almost 300 languages and dialects.
MOSCOW, September 8 - RIA Novosti. Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin congratulated Russians on the Day of Languages of the Peoples of the Russian Federation, noting that the preservation, support and development of languages of peoples is one of the priorities of the country's state policy.
The Day of Languages of the Peoples of Russia is celebrated for the first time on September 8. The memorable date is dedicated to the birthday of the outstanding poet Rasul Gamzatov. The holiday was established by decree of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“Dear friends! I congratulate you on the Day of Languages of the Peoples of Russia. Preservation, support and development of the languages of peoples is one of the priorities of state policy. Today, 76 languages are studied in schools, kindergartens, colleges and universities in the country, including indigenous minorities. Educational and cultural events are held, films are made, and plays are staged,” says the prime minister’s telegram published on the website of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Russian Federation.
Mishustin emphasized that the diversity of cultures, traditions, and customs is one of the main riches of Russia, where representatives of more than 190 peoples live, speaking almost 300 languages and dialects.
“They are passed down from generation to generation, being a unique means of communication and bringing people together,” the politician added.

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