Yuri Shalabaev congratulated the Nizhny Novgorod residents on City Day.

      On August 15, 2026, at 09:49, Society The head of Nizhny Novgorod, Yuri Shalabaev, congratulated the residents on the 805th anniversary of the city. In his address, he noted the centuries-old history of the capital of the Volga region and the contribution of many generations of Nizhny Novgorod residents to its development. According to the mayor, for more than eight centuries, Nizhny Novgorod has remained a place where important state decisions were made, traditions of creation, unity, and service to the Motherland were strengthened. Shalabaev emphasized that many generations of residents have created the glory of Nizhny Novgorod, carefully preserving its historical and cultural heritage and strengthening its significance for the entire country.

      "Let Nizhny Novgorod confidently move forward while preserving the good traditions of the past and become even more comfortable for living. All this will be impossible without the contribution of each of us," noted Yuri Shalabaev.

      In conclusion, the head of the city wished the residents of Nizhny Novgorod good health, happiness, kindness, and new successes, and for the capital of the Volga region—further prosperity. Earlier, the governor of the Nizhny Novgorod region, Gleb Nikitin, also congratulated the residents on the holiday. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on the main events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+