Holidays of Russia - Press Day of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia

Every year on January 27, Russia celebrates Press Day, or Media Day, of the Ministry of Internal Affairs The holiday was established in 1804 by Prince Kochubey Viktor Pavlovich, the first Russian Minister of Internal Affairs in history The beginning of its celebration is considered to be the publication of the first issue of the monthly magazine of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia - “St Petersburg Journal” For the ministry, the appearance of its own printed publication was an important event The magazine published reports, ministerial decrees, news, and articles related to the activities of the department The press of the Ministry of Internal Affairs plays an important role today Printed and online publications, television and radio cover the activities of structural divisions of internal affairs, publish materials about employees and veterans of the service, reports on the results of work, and information that shapes public opinion about the functioning of the department Thanks to journalists, society is getting an idea of ​​the difficult and necessary work of the police, protecting public order and people’s safety, of the migration service, and of the activities of drug control departments From the materials of the writers, ordinary citizens learn about the heroism of police officers, selfless dedication to the cause, a positive opinion is formed and the authority of the departments of the Ministry of Internal Affairs increases Journalists in uniform interact closely with police officers, receive “hot” information first-hand, often risking their lives Thanks to the work of correspondents, printing workers, editors, photographers, and announcers, the openness of the departments of the Ministry of Internal Affairs is ensured, and society is provided with reliable and timely information about current events On January 27, congratulations are accepted not just by press workers, but by professionals with a capital “P”, distinguished by their integrity, courage and bravery The tasks of the Ministry of Internal Affairs media include educational, explanatory and informational work Timely published material can save lives and prevent threats and unrest in society