Russian President Vladimir Putin has awarded Sheikh Ravil Gaynutdin, Chairman of the Religious Board of Muslims of the Russian Federation and Grand Mufti of Russia, the Order "For Valiant Labor."

During the award ceremony, the Russian President greeted the attendees, stating: "I cordially congratulate you on the Day of National Unity. This holiday was established in memory of the feat of our people, who rose to defend the independence of the Motherland over four centuries ago. It was their great unity, responsibility, and duty to the Fatherland that strengthened the foundations of the state and upheld the sacred right to uphold their roots and moral pillars."

The head of the Russian state emphasized the undeniable value of the unity of the Russian people: "We know how to unite in the face of common tasks, global challenges, and threats, and we rejoice together in victories, achievements, and successes," Vladimir Putin noted.

"This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Presidential Council for Cooperation with Religious Associations. It includes the most authoritative religious figures of the country, who are engaged in extensive constructive work," the President said during the ceremony, highlighting the deserving nature of the award for Mufti Sheikh Ravil Gaynutdin's dedicated and constructive contributions.