Spring conscription has started in the Vitebsk region
The spring conscription has started in the Vitebsk region. Today, about 100 people departed from Victory Square in the regional center. They are set to serve in the 103rd Vitebsk Separate Guards Airborne Brigade.
While addressing the young men, the military commissioner of the Vitebsk region, Colonel Sergey Kunakhovets, noted that the recruits will serve in a renowned unit that is the pride of our region.
– Military service is by definition not easy, and you need to be prepared for that. But after completing your service, you will gain reliable and loyal friends, – assured the military commissioner. – You are heading to the army from a symbolic place in the year of the 80th anniversary of Victory over the fascist invaders. The memory of this day will last a lifetime. Carry out your duties with honor and dignity.
The deputy chairman of the regional executive committee, Vyacheslav Durnov, reminded that the army serves as a guarantee of national security and stable development of the country:
– You have the task of keeping the powder dry. A great responsibility lies on you – to defend our Motherland, – emphasized Vyacheslav Durnov. – I am confident that you will honestly fulfill your civic duty, and military service will be a good start on your life path.
On behalf of the parents, Irina Khoteikina spoke, wishing the young men strong army friendships and reminding them that their relatives and loved ones are proud of them and are waiting at home. By the way, Irina Khoteikina's son, Ilya Simporokhov, studied to be a forest master at the Vitebsk Technological College, eagerly went to the army, and plans to stay in service under contract.