“In total, according to preliminary calculations of Gazprom, about 1.915 trillion rubles will be required to implement gasification programs,” TASS quotes him.

According to him, gasification is one of the main social tasks of Russia. 

Novak noted that "it is critical to secure the necessary sources of funding."

According to him, “Gazprom’s funds alone cannot be used in this situation”.

He added that additional sources of funding are currently being considered.