Governor of Vologda Oblast, Vologda Oblast, Russia
Today, the Governor of Vologda Oblast, Oleg Kuvshinnikov, congratulated the region's residents on the Day of Russia. In his address, he noted many of the region's cities' infrastructure developments, as well as increased trade and economic indicators.
Economic Achievements
In his address, Kuvshinnikov highlighted the oblast's economic strengths, including the growth of industrial production, agricultural output, and foreign trade. The growth in production was more than 10% in some industries, Kuvshinnikov noted, particularly in mechanical engineering, timber processing, and the chemical industry.
Kuvshinnikov also cited the rise in agricultural production, which increased by almost 4% in the first quarter of 2022. The region's farmers produced a record high of more than 120,000 tons of milk and 60,000 tons of meat.
Exports from the Vologda Oblast are on the rise, with a 19% increase in the first quarter of 2022 compared to the same period last year. The region's exports are primarily in the timber, chemical, and mechanical engineering sectors.
Infrastructure Developments
The Governor of Vologda Oblast also highlighted the region's significant infrastructure developments, which have improved the quality of life for the oblast's residents. These have involved investments in the following:
- road repairs and construction
- new schools, kindergartens, and hospitals
- cultural and sports facilities
In particular, Kuvshinnikov mentioned the reconstruction of the Vologda-Veliky Ustyug-Kotlas highway, which is a key transport artery for the oblast. The regional government has also invested in the construction of a new bridge across the Sukhona River in Vologda.
In addition to these infrastructure developments, the Vologda Oblast government has also taken steps to improve the region's social sphere, including increasing funding for education, healthcare, and social protection programs. These investments have helped to improve the quality of life for the oblast's residents.
