“I am glad to greet you and congratulate you on the start of the All-Russian Day of the Cross of the Nation,” Putin said.
He noted that "the day of running is widely celebrated throughout the country, uniting hundreds of thousands of people of different ages."
“This is a truly unique project that has already become an integral part of the mass physical culture movement in Russia.
And therefore it is gratifying that, despite the difficult situation associated with the coronavirus epidemic, the traditions of the Cross of the Nation have not been interrupted.
I would like to thank the organizers for their initiative and dedication, for the attentive, careful approach to the health of the participants.
I am sure that the Day of Running will be successful, it will involve numerous enthusiasts in its orbit, and will inspire even more citizens to choose an active lifestyle, ”the president said.
Earlier it was reported that Putin sent a telegram to the participants and guests of the XXV Forum of Contemporary Journalism "All Russia - 2021".