In view of Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin’s outstanding contribution to national culture and in connection with the upcoming 200th anniversary of his birth in 2026, the President resolved to accept the proposal of the Russian Federation Government to commemorate this milestone.
The Government of the Russian Federation has been instructed to establish an organising committee to oversee the preparations for and holding of celebrations of Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin’s 200th birth anniversary, as well as developing and approving a plan of key events related to the preparations for and celebration of this anniversary.
Government authorities of the Russian Federation constituent entities, along with local government bodies, are recommended to participate in organising and running events dedicated to celebrating the 200th anniversary of Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin’s birth.