The text of the message was published on the Kremlin website.
“I greet you at the opening of the XXIX All-Russian Festival“ Russian Student Spring ”,” the message says.
Putin noted that "this year it is being held in Nizhny Novgorod and is intended to become one of the brightest and most spectacular events in celebration of the 800th anniversary of this ancient, distinctive Volga city, which is dynamically developing today."
“It is gratifying that your multifaceted, demanded project for a long time unites with its important goals representatives of the younger generation from different regions of the country, promotes the realization of their talents and opportunities, friendly communication.
The rich program of the festival helps young men and women gain practical experience in creativity and other fields of activity, acquaints them with the best traditions of Russian art.
I am convinced that you will spend these days with benefit and pleasure and find new comrades, ”the President added.
Earlier, Putin sent greetings to the participants, organizers and guests of the 6th gala concert of the social and patriotic action "Thank you for your loyalty, descendants!"