Statehood Day of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)

Yakutia received the status of an autonomous entity, part of the RSFSR, in April 1922 During the years of Soviet power, the republic underwent a complete modernization of the economic, political, social and cultural life of society After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the Republic of Sakha received sovereignty as one of the first in the Russian Federation - on September 27, 1990 Within several months, a flag and coat of arms were developed, containing traditional Yakut ornaments, symbols and themes The post of president was established in October 1990 2 years later, the Constitution was adopted, and in 2004 the anthem of the Republic of Sakha was approved The legislative body of Yakutia is the parliament (Il Tumen) In 1993, it replaced the Congress of People's Deputies of the YASSR In honor of the recognition of autonomy in modern times, September 27 is the Statehood Day of the largest subject of the Russian Federation - the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) A variety of festive events are held in government agencies and public organizations, schools, colleges and higher educational institutions Pupils and students take part in classes and concerts dedicated to Statehood Day Flash mobs and youth rallies, exhibitions and competitions are held in cities and villages, which allow you to learn more about the cultural traditions and history of the Republic of Sakha During the holiday, wreaths and bouquets are laid at the monuments of statesmen - Ilya Vinokurov, Platon Oyunsky, Stepan Arzhakov, Isidor Barakhov, Alexei Kulakovsky, Maxim Ammosov and other prominent personalities On September 27, awards are presented for achievements in the fields of charity and culture, economics and politics The most famous and prestigious among them are “Polar Star” and “Honorary Citizen of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)” On September 27, monuments are opened, round tables, forums and scientific conferences are held The museum "Russia - My History" offers thematic excursions telling about the emergence of statehood in Yakutia The holiday and the participation of the population in it are a consequence of the residents of the republic demonstrating an active civic position and pride in their native land These hardworking, modest, persistent and resilient people are like gems and precious stones that hide in the depths of Yakutia The world's largest administrative unit has a highly diverse population Yakuts and Russians, Evenks and Buryats, Tatars and Kyrgyz, Dolgans and Bashkirs, Mordovians and Koreans, Germans, Armenians and representatives of other nationalities live in peace and harmony in the republic Thanks to their hard work, Yakutia is experiencing an increase in the rate of economic and social development The Republic of Sakha is rightfully proud of these and other achievements of its people