Nizhny Novgorod residents were warned against political processions disguised as religious processions.

      April 12, 2026 12:55 Society The Russian Orthodox Church has warned about the spread of announcements regarding so-called "Easter processions" and urged, including the residents of Nizhny Novgorod, to treat such initiatives with caution. The statement was published by the Synodal Department for Church Relations with Society and the Media. According to the Russian Orthodox Church, posters inviting participation in processions organized by unidentified individuals are circulating on the internet, messengers, and social networks. The events are announced in several cities across the country, including Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Krasnodar, Voronezh, Samara, Chita, Ufa, and Vladivostok. The Church emphasized that Easter processions are purely prayerful in nature and should not be used to express political positions. "The celebration of Easter is meant to unite believers, not to divide them with political slogans," the message states. Let us remind you that the official Easter procession (0+) will begin in Nizhny Novgorod on April 12 at 15:00. A number of streets have been closed for the event. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has a Telegram channel. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is required. This resource may contain materials 18+.