On April 17, Russia celebrates the Day of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops. This is a relatively young holiday. It was established on August 12, 2010 by order of the former Minister of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation Rashid Nurgaliyev. The first time it was celebrated in 2011. The date of April 17 was not chosen by chance, it was timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops, formed on April 17, 1991.
In Russia, veterans are always given increased attention. A special category of our citizens are veterans of the Great Patriotic War, who are respected by the whole society and have a package of various benefits. Such an attitude is natural, because thanks to these people who fought against fascism, in fact, all of us were granted a future, freedom from possible German bondage. At the same time, there is another group of veterans in Russia, to whom Russian society owes no less today - these are veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops.
The Day of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops is a holiday of all those people who served their country with honor, defended its citizens from the encroachments of criminals, defended us in their hands during counter-terrorist operations, stood guard over law and order. Loyalty to civic duty and the chosen path of life, their heroism can only cause well-deserved respect from the current employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Currently, more than 600 thousand veterans live in the Russian Federation, who in different years served in the internal affairs bodies or internal troops. At the same time, even retired veterans do not sit idly by, continuing to benefit society. They are engaged in promoting the observance of law and order and the rule of law, work and train young employees of the internal affairs bodies, transferring their accumulated experience and knowledge, devote time to preventive work among minors by visiting schools. According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, thanks to the help of veterans and veteran organizations and their invaluable experience, a sufficiently large number of crimes are revealed in the country every year, and dangerous criminals are detained. In 2012 alone, with the help of veterans of internal affairs, almost 24,000 crimes were solved. Today every 5th veteran takes part in the practical activities of the internal affairs bodies and subdivisions of the internal troops of Russia.
There are more than 30 thousand veterans of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Russia. At the same time, there are public organizations of veterans of internal troops at all military units, formations and institutions of the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia. Even where previously there were military units and formations that were disbanded, sections of veterans of the internal troops are often created in veteran organizations of the internal affairs bodies.
Veterans of the internal affairs bodies and orphanages, teenagers from single-parent and dysfunctional families help, often taking patronage over them. They try, to the best of their ability, to fight against such a shameful phenomenon for the country as child homelessness. Unfortunately, Russia has not been able to completely defeat this phenomenon since the time of the civil war. It is no secret that such work of veterans helps to form a positive attitude of Russian society towards the police department, employees of the internal troops, as well as to the apparatus of the Ministry of Internal Affairs as a whole - Russian citizens do not always treat law enforcement officers with respect and understanding, and for this, unfortunately, also there are reasons.
There are also relatively young people among the veterans, some of them are not yet 30 years old. These are those who served in the North Caucasus and in other "hot spots" on the territory of our country, who received serious injuries, injuries and disabilities during their service, but did not break down and did not lose their place in the ranks. At the same time, veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops are also trying to take care of the families of employees who died in the line of duty - they are trying to provide them not only material assistance, but psychological support, lending their shoulder.
Every year on April 17, veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops accept congratulations from colleagues, relatives and friends. In addition, on this day, festive events are organized not only in veteran organizations, but also in operating units, since the work of veterans continues to be part of their activities. Traditionally, on this memorable day, festive concerts, tea parties, solemn meetings are held, veterans are presented with memorable gifts, honorary awards and certificates. But the festivities don't stop there. Veterans of ATS and VV try not to lose their energy and activity, keeping fit. Especially for them, sports competitions, shooting tournaments are held, while both men and women take part in them. Both those and others set a personal example for young law enforcement officers. Also, together with members of the public, veterans try to organize and conduct methodological conferences, at which rather topical issues and problems are discussed.
We join in the congratulations to the veterans. I would like to wish all veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and the Internal Troops of Russia health, longevity, and let them continue to actively participate in public life, helping their younger colleagues.
In our country, the authorities have always paid great attention to veterans. Veterans of the Great Patriotic War make up a special category: they still enjoy a fairly significant package of benefits. This is quite natural, because people, fighting under the Soviet flags with the Nazis, actually granted us - at that time future generations - freedom from possible German bondage. But there is another group of veterans to whom the vast majority of the representatives of today's Russian society owe no less - veterans of the internal affairs and internal troops. It can be said that these wonderful people celebrate their professional holiday, the Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops, on April 17 every year.
Date History
The solemn event that takes place every spring is still very young. The Day of Veterans of the Internal Troops and the Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs was established only in 2011 by Rashid Nurgaliyev, who at that time held the post of head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The date itself was chosen according to a historical fact: it was on April 17 that the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops arose and began to function. This happened in 1991, so we can assume that the date is dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the formation of this association.
The holiday of April 17, the Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops, is very important. People who have long retired, behind whom there are many solved crimes, do not sit idly by, but continue their activities outside law enforcement agencies. In what way does this manifest itself? The work of veterans takes place in various areas: promoting the need to comply with law enforcement laws, disseminating valuable information among young people - primarily among teenagers who have not reached the age of majority, helping young current police officers. The result of the unofficial activities of veterans is obvious: according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, thanks to these people, a huge number of crimes are solved every year. This means that without the personal enthusiasm of veterans, many criminal cases would not move forward for a very long time, and those who committed them would go unpunished. In other words, justice would triumph much less frequently.
Who are veterans?
Let's talk about the heroes of the occasion on this significant Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops.
The number of veterans in Russia at the moment is about 650 thousand people. This refers to people who have dedicated their lives to serving the good of their homeland. This includes the following categories of citizens:
- veterans of the Great Patriotic War;
- veterans participating in hostilities in hot spots (Afghanistan, Chechnya);
- veterans participating in the liquidation of the monstrous consequences of the Chernobyl accident.
All kinds of veteran organizations function on the territory of our country. In addition to the already mentioned groups of citizens, they include veterans who once served in the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Regional and district organizations of a similar nature are subordinate to federal associations. In principle, in fact, civil service veterans and labor veterans are also links in this chain, which is significant for the life of the whole country, because their contribution to the development of social activities is also invaluable.
What does the state, the government apparatus do for veterans of all currently available categories? The policy pursued by the authorities focuses on such aspects as the adoption of certain measures for the social support of veterans, the formation of specific specific structures, the allocation of funds from the federal budget necessary to award this category of citizens with state awards (orders and medals). Most of the actions in relation to veterans are regulated by the Federal Law of the Russian Federation "On Veterans" dated 11.01.1995 No. 5-FZ.
Among the diversity of veteran communities, the largest are the Russian Organizing Committee "Victory". It is headed by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. The Central Council of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation for Veterans Affairs also functions. The head of this association is the Minister of Defense of the Russian Federation. Similar but smaller organizations have been set up in navies, military districts and other units.
The history of the word and the very status of "veteran" is interesting. The term, translated from Latin, literally means "a soldier who has served his term in the army" (from vetus - old). It is clear that the first veterans appeared in Ancient Rome. They were former legionnaires during the time of Julius Caesar. Such soldiers had at least 20 years of service behind them, and after that they were fired or continued to remain with the army. The troops of that era had a fickle, unstable character: as soon as hostilities died down, the legion was disbanded. Only in the 1st century BC. began the formation of the army on a permanent basis. Roman veterans enjoyed benefits of excellent quality: the right to use their own plot of land with which they were endowed by the state, or, alternatively, to receive remuneration for selfless many years of work in monetary terms. In addition, the former Roman legionnaire no longer had to perform the duties assigned to him by the state.
Veterans Awards
We are all aware that there is a medal "Veteran of Labour", which was previously awarded to persons who distinguished themselves in the professional field by conscientious work. It was established by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR in 1974. Even more important is the medal "For Valiant Labor in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945." Such an award must be placed on the left side of the subject's chest prior to the previous award.
Those who faithfully served for the good of the Fatherland in the internal troops are also entitled to a medal. It is jubilee and is called "200 years of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia." This award is given not only to ordinary veterans, but also to combat veterans. The process of delivery is carried out by Minister of Internal Affairs or his deputy on behalf of the Minister himself on the basis of the relevant order in a solemn atmosphere. In addition to the medal, the veteran is given a certificate. An entry about the presentation of the award is made to the personal file and work book of the person whose work deserves the highest praise. Wearing the medal relies on the left side of the chest, immediately after the insignia "200 years of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia".
If we talk about the latter, then this medal is a departmental award of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation. It was established just over 10 years ago, on June 5, 2002. On this occasion, order No. 542 was signed. The medal "200 years of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia" is awarded to veterans of this structure, as well as to persons helping the employees of the unit in their hard work. The award is worn on the left side of the chest after the badge "For Distinction in Service".
Veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops will be very happy to receive sincere congratulations on the significant Day of Veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops on April 17. Especially if the recipients of warm wishes, in addition to relatives and friends, are the youth with whom the work is being carried out, and grateful employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Happy holiday, dear veterans!
We sincerely congratulate all veterans on their holiday on April 17, the Day of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops.
On April 17, 2018, the Russian Federation celebrates the Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops. The country's leadership pays much attention to veterans. Increased care is given to veterans of the Great Patriotic War, they still have at their disposal an important benefit package. This is entirely deserved, in fact, these people at one time, not sparing themselves, fought against the German Nazis for our bright future.
Veterans of internal affairs and internal troops are no less significant category of citizens, to whom we owe no less. The holiday has been celebrated every year since the spring of 2011. Rashid Nurgaliyev established this day, being at that time the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The date was chosen for a reason, on this day in 1991, the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops began its existence.
What retired veterans do on their holiday on April 17 and how the state takes care of them
Citizens of the country, who have retired for a long time, are not idle in retirement. After all, at one time they uncovered many offenses and having tremendous experience, they share it with new employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. What is their help? There are a lot of directions: propaganda of the rules of law and order, dissemination of valuable information among underage teenagers, assistance to young policemen. As a result of the informal activities of veterans, according to the statements of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the detection of a huge number of crimes has increased. Most likely, without their help, criminal cases would have been opened much longer and less efficiently.
The number of veterans in the country at the present time is 650,000. Various veterans' organizations operate in all regions of our country. The head of the Russian Organizing Committee "Victory" is the head of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin. The head of the Central Council of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is the Minister of Defense of the country. Similar, but smaller representations are located in the navy, in military districts and other units.
The Federal Law of Russia "On Veterans" No. 5-FZ of January 11, 1995 regulates most of the actions in relation to veterans. The government forms special structures, takes a direct part in the social support of veterans, allocates money from the state fund for awarding state orders and medals.
What medals are awarded on April 17 on the day of veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and internal troops
The medal "Veteran of Labor" is awarded to those who at one time distinguished themselves in their professional activities and worked conscientiously. The medal "For Valiant Labor in the Second World War 1941-1945" is considered more significant; this award is placed on the chest, on the left side, in front of the previous award. The Jubilee Medal "200 Years of the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia" is awarded to those who bravely served for the good of the Fatherland. This medal is awarded in a solemn atmosphere, a certificate is attached to the medal, an entry is made in the work book and in the personal file about the award.
It is worn on the left side of the chest, placed after the insignia "200 years of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia". This medal is awarded to veterans of this unit and citizens who help the employees of the structure in this difficult matter. It is also worn on the left side of the chest after the award "For Distinction in Service".
The Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia is a holiday for all those who served their country with honor, protecting citizens in the legal field, participating in counter-terrorist operations, acting as guardians of law and order.
In the photo: congratulations to veterans of the internal affairs bodies in St. Petersburg:
In the photo: meeting with veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Novoshakhtinsk:
This holiday is celebrated on April 17th. He appeared in the calendar on the basis of the order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 580. The date was not chosen by chance and is timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Public Organization of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Military Forces, formed on April 17, 1991.
In Russia today there are about 650,000 veterans who served at various times in the internal troops and internal affairs bodies. These include: pensioners of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, participants in the Great Patriotic War, veterans of military operations in Afghanistan, the North Caucasus, and other hot spots.
On this day, I would especially like to commend those who went through the severe trials of the war and, in the difficult time of the post-war devastation, found themselves at the forefront of combating crime, while showing will, courage and concern for people.
The Great Patriotic War required a change in the nature and content of the work of all state bodies in relation to the specifics of wartime. The duties of the police were significantly expanded: the fight against looting, alarmism, desertion, and theft of evacuated cargo on transport; ensuring organized evacuation of the population and industrial enterprises, which was essentially a strategic task.
Police officers, along with border guards and units of the Red Army, participated in battles with the advancing Wehrmacht troops.
In the first days of the war, more than 25% of the personnel of the internal affairs bodies were drafted into the army. Only from the Moscow police went to the front 12 thousand employees. They were replaced by persons not suitable for military service: the disabled, pensioners. A considerable number of women joined the ranks of the then militia - by decision of the Moscow City Committee of the Party, 1,300 women who served in state institutions and organizations were sent to the militia.
The main task of the police during the war years, as before, remained the protection of public order and the fight against crime, because at a time when the army was fighting on the fronts, and millions of people were forging victory in the rear - at factory machines, in agricultural areas, in hospitals, educational institutions, there were many who tried to use wartime and martial law for criminal purposes.
From the beginning of the war, the external police service was transferred to a two-shift mode of operation - 12 hours a day, and vacations were canceled for all employees.
The criminal investigation department was engaged in the disclosure of murders, robberies, robberies, thefts from the apartments of the evacuees. Carried out the seizure of weapons from criminal elements and deserters. Assisted state security agencies in identifying enemy agents.
Special attention deserves the work of the police to prevent neglect and homelessness of minors. During the war, the network of children's rooms at the police departments was significantly expanded. In 1942-1943, with the help of the public, about 300,000 homeless teenagers were detained by the police, who were placed in a job and given a place to live.
In wartime, the internal affairs bodies performed about two dozen different service and combat tasks. Police officers ensured the security of the rear, participated in the protection of important facilities and institutions, fought against banditry and crime, neutralized enemy saboteurs, organized local air defense, courageously fought against the Nazis at the front, acted as part of extermination battalions and partisan detachments.
The loss of personnel of the internal troops and the troops of the NKVD in the Great Patriotic War amounted (officially) to about 160 thousand people. However, unofficial sources speak of significantly greater losses - up to half a million.
In May 1945, peacetime did not come for all the inhabitants of the USSR. Numerous centers of the radical nationalist underground remained in the western regions of the country. On the territory of Western Ukraine, a powerful and extensive network of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (OUN-UPA) continued to operate (today the activities of the OUN are prohibited by Russian law), popularly known as Bandera. The whole burden of the fight against them fell on the shoulders of the units of the main department of the NKVD troops and the local police. The losses of law enforcement officers and special services in the fight against Bandera thugs are still unknown, since the main volumes of documents on this issue have not been declassified.
In the photo: congratulations from a veteran of the Ministry of Internal Affairs - a participant in the Great Patriotic War Alexei Litvinov (Vladivostok):
In the photo: congratulations from a veteran of the internal affairs bodies - the former head of the Pyatigorsk police department Afanasy Masalykin:
The Soviet state security agencies fought against the OUN with all legal methods. Separate units of the internal troops were periodically involved in providing operations - cordoning, combing the area.
It took almost 10 years to defeat the Ukrainian nationalists of the Soviet government, and in this "war after the war" security officers and policemen demonstrated a very high level of professionalism and effectiveness. However, as the modern course of history shows, the Bandera rabble was still not completely exterminated. Rampant Bandera can be observed in today's Ukraine, where the radicals have become, in fact, one of the branches of power, or, more precisely, total anarchy.
Special units of law enforcement agencies and state services have always solved the most complex tasks of protecting individuals, society and the state from internal and external threats.
Despite the fact that the role of the police in the Afghan events remained and remains in the background, about 4 thousand employees of the internal affairs bodies were sent on business trips to Afghanistan, of which 28 people died. They were given the tasks of selecting and training employees, organizing the logistics of the bodies, organizing the fight against banditry and criminality in the country.
It so happened that it was the operational police officers, ordinary police detectives in those years that turned out to be more prepared for undercover development of numerous illegal armed groups of rebellious Afghanistan.
Therefore, it became necessary to create a special-purpose detachment of the USSR Ministry of Internal Affairs "Cobalt", which was formed in the strictest secrecy, and each of its employees had his own legend and operational cover.
For helping the Afghan people in ensuring law and order in the country, more than 2,500 employees of the internal affairs bodies were awarded government awards, and Mikhail Isakov, an employee of the Kobalt special unit, was awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.
Many veterans went through the crucible of "hot spots" in the North Caucasus. They protected the civilian population from terrorist acts, violence, robbery, fought against militants, foreign emissaries and armed formations of pseudo-Islamic groups.
Veterans of internal affairs bodies try not to lose their energy and activity, continuing to benefit society even after they take a well-deserved rest. They are engaged in promoting the observance of law and order and the rule of law, work and train young employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, transferring their accumulated experience and knowledge, devote time to preventive work among minors, and help orphanages.
Together with members of the public, veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops hold methodological conferences where topical issues and problems are discussed.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, thanks to the help of veterans and veteran organizations, hundreds of crimes are revealed in the country every year, and dangerous criminals are also detained.
Statistics: today every fifth veteran takes part in the practical activities of the internal affairs bodies and units of the internal troops of Russia.
On this holiday, I would like to express my deep gratitude to those who devoted the best years of their lives to serving the Fatherland and wish all veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops health, longevity and active participation in the public life of the country.