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On New Year's Eve, the annual winter campaign "Believe in Miracles" took place in the capital. Volunteer rescuers, dressed as Father Frost and Snow Maiden, descended from the roof of the Z.A. Bashlyaeva Children's City Clinical Hospital (DGKB) and brought moments of joy and hope to over 600 young patients. After an interactive session, dressed as fairytale characters, they visited the children in their wards and presented them with New Year's gifts.

"The 'Believe in Miracles' campaign is a union of professionalism, genuine kindness, and mutual support. The descent of volunteer rescuers dressed as wizards from the rooftop became more than just a performance for the children; it was an opportunity to experience moments of genuine happiness and faith that a whole world of wonder, discovery, and joy awaits outside the window. As part of the campaign, we will also donate gift sets for playrooms and volunteering resources for children of all ages to the city's hospitals," she said.

Ekaterina Dragunova, Chairman of the Committee for Public Relations and Youth Policy of the City of Moscow.

The organizers of the “Believe in a Miracle” campaign are the Mosvolonter resource center with the support of the capital Committee on Public Relations and Youth Policy, Moscow city branch of the "All-Russian Student Rescue Corps" and the youth council underMoscow Department of Healthcare.

The Z.A. Bashlyaeva Children's City Clinical Hospital prepared a theatrical performance featuring fairy-tale characters and a show program featuring artists, magicians, and animators.

"Children and adults at our hospital eagerly awaited this year's charity event. The delight and happiness in the children's eyes inspire parents, doctors, and nurses. Every year, we express our gratitude to the organizers for this opportunity and this wonderful tradition. The intense emotions from the rescue volunteers' descent and the colorful performance give us hope for a speedy recovery for our little patients," shared Ismail Osmanov, Chief Physician of the Z.A. Bashlyaeva Children's City Clinical Hospital, Moscow's Chief Pediatrician, and Professor.

How a holiday is created

Visits from wizards require special training. Volunteer rescuers underwent mandatory training, learned safety rules, and checked the functionality of rooftop equipment (fastenings and safety systems). If the building's structure prevented descent, aerial platforms were deployed, delivering the fairytale characters directly to the windows of the wards.

Following this magical appearance, an interactive performance was held for the children. Young viewers took part in a performance featuring their favorite characters, enjoyed magic tricks, and enjoyed a bubble show. The program was filled with songs, fun games, and mutual congratulations.

Each child received a bright gift, including educational games, craft kits, and other surprises. For those patients whose health prevented them from joining in the fun, gifts and warm wishes were delivered directly to their rooms by animators and medical staff.

Rescuers-magicians

For all volunteers of the Moscow City Branch of the All-Russian Student Rescue Corps, participation in this campaign is an important mission, an opportunity to contribute to a good cause, bring joy to children, and help them believe in miracles.

Emma Vorobyova, a student at Moscow State Pedagogical University, has been participating in the campaign for three years. During this time, she's tried on costumes as Snegurochka and characters from Soviet fairy tales. Emma recounted how she was once climbing down from a roof dressed as Carlson, peering through the window and saying to a child, "Hello! Remember when I flew away, but promised to come back? Little one, is that you?" The child replied, "Yes!" and smiled broadly. Emma says she almost burst into tears at that moment. She believes people should be there for each other, and if someone is forced to celebrate New Year's in the hospital, and there's any way to bring joy to children in such a situation, then it's essential. They should have a lot of happiness in their lives.

Valery Novikov, a student at the Moscow Pedagogical College, has been visiting children as the main winter wizard for three years. He noted that preparing for the descent is a labor-intensive process that requires specialized skills and a lot of training. Valery says the children's reactions are always genuine: the little ones are delighted, and the older kids, although they may be shy, are still very happy. For him, the "Believe in Miracles" campaign has a deeply personal meaning: it has become a symbol of the holiday. Valery recalls being hospitalized without his parents as a child. "If Father Frost had appeared in the window, I would have been very happy and would have definitely believed in miracles!" he added.

Giving a child undergoing treatment faith in miracles and a festive spirit is one of the most important tasks of volunteers before the upcoming New Year.

Organizing volunteer activities and engaging young people in city events is in line with the objectives of the national project. Youth and Children and the federal project We are togetherMore information about national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

You can find out more about volunteering atwebsite resource center "Mosvolonter", its page on the social network VKontakte and in Telegram channel.

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Snow, icy conditions, and blizzards in some areas are expected in Moscow overnight and on the morning of December 26. Wind gusts could reach 15 meters per second.

Inclement weather can lead to reduced visibility, traffic congestion, an increased number of accidents, and damage to power lines, trees, and weakly supported structures. Such conditions are unfavorable for high-altitude work and construction and installation work.

Muscovites and tourists are advised to exercise extreme caution when driving: avoid hiding under trees, avoid shaky structures, and avoid parking near them. Drivers should significantly reduce their speed, increase their distance from vehicles in front, and avoid sudden maneuvers such as overtaking, lane changes, and passing.

In case of emergency, please call 101 or 112 or the single hotline of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia for the city of Moscow: 7 495 637-31-01.

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Specialists urban economy complex Serial production of sewage pumping stations has been launched in the capital. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Urban Development. Petr Biryukov.

"Sewage pumping stations are a crucial element of the wastewater disposal system, responsible for collecting wastewater and pumping it to treatment facilities. As part of the import substitution program, we launched our own production of well-type sewage pumping stations; they can be quickly installed in small areas or in areas with complex geology," noted Petr Biryukov.

The project was implemented within a tight timeframe: less than six months passed from the development and receipt of technical specifications to the release of the first units. The full production cycle was launched at the Mosvodokanal JSC site.

Today, the company can manufacture sewage pumping stations with capacities of 300, 500, and 1,000 cubic meters of water per day. All products are certified and manufactured in accordance with modern standards. The station housings are made of fiberglass, allowing the new equipment to be used in a wide range of climatic conditions.

Sewage pumping stations manufactured in the capital are successfully used at socially significant facilities. One of them was installed in Donetsk as part of the city's infrastructure rehabilitation program.

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Ambassadors of the "Youth of Moscow" project have compiled a list of places in Moscow where sports enthusiasts can exercise even in winter. Guinness World Record holder and International Master of Sports of Russia in freediving, Olga Markina, spoke about the importance of an active lifestyle during the cold season and compiled her top sports spots in the Russian capital.

Advice from a professional athlete

Olga Markina noted Moscow's well-developed infrastructure. Having traveled abroad many times, she noted that other cities should emulate the capital's experience, as Moscow's infrastructure is exceptionally high. She noted that the city's large parks, skating rinks, and well-maintained ski trails are the main reason Muscovites continue to engage in sports during the winter.

In December, Olga spoke at an open dialogue with young Moscow residents at the "Youth of Moscow" multi-format space on Kholodilny Lane. The athlete shared her journey to freediving and advice on choosing a career and overcoming the fear of uncertainty.

The record holder emphasized that the most important thing in exercise is not intensity, but consistency and enjoyment. It's better to choose a form of exercise that brings joy and relaxation rather than chasing results. Then, movement becomes a way of life. Big cities typically lack fresh air. However, Olga Markina found places in Moscow where fresh air is available and where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle.

"I breathe best in the forest. That's why, even in a huge city like Moscow, I choose large parks for walks—Serebryany Bor, Losiny Ostrov, Filevsky Park, or the Botanical Garden. The air there is truly fresh. And any long, active walk, complete with games and interaction with loved ones or pets, is a great way to relieve stress and get the physical exercise our bodies need," Olga shared.

The athlete noted that the Moscow winter is helping her prepare for setting a world record for ice diving on Lake Baikal in March. To toughen up, she douses herself with cold water, takes cold showers, takes frequent walks with her dog, and looks for a place to swim in the winter. Moscow offers all the necessary conditions: there are designated winter swimming areas and specialized clubs.

Students' Choice

The "Youth of Moscow" project ambassadors also confirmed that parks offer plenty of opportunities for exercise. For example, Anastasia Evdokimova, a student at the Moscow City University of Management and the Moscow Government, chose Gorky Park as her favorite, as she offers winter equipment rentals, skiing and skating, and a workout area. She also noted that the best walking routes are in Sokolniki and Izmailovsky Parks, but the most scenic one is in Tsaritsyno Park—a trail running along the palace and ponds.

For running enthusiasts, Anastasia recommends visiting the Luzhniki Olympic Complex and Dynamo Stadium with their rubber tracks, or the central alley in the Muzeon Arts Park, which also has a sports field. Beginner figure skaters can try the skating rink in Gorky Park, which offers private lessons. Furthermore, a new inline skating rink opened this winter at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve, covering a 1.7-kilometer route.

According to Anastasia, the skating rink in Gorky Park is one of the most romantic, with a festive atmosphere created by the evening lights and music. And the skating rink at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve isn't just located in a historic location—it offers skating along the picturesque embankment of the Moskva River.

Yegor Kvasnikov, a student at the Academy of the State Fire Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia and an ambassador for the "Youth of Moscow" project, recommends Sokolniki Park for winter sports. The "Led" skating rink is open daily, and speed skating classes are held there on Thursdays from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The park also has three hockey rinks.

Zaryadye Park and the Moskva River embankment are ideal for winter jogging, while two eco-trails on Vorobyovy Gory, approximately 1.5 kilometers long, are ideal for walking. The first route begins at the southern exit of the Vorobyovy Gory metro station, and the second at Andreyevskaya Embankment. Extreme sports enthusiasts can enjoy the Vorobyovy Gory sports complex, which boasts four ski slopes, three ski jumps, a snow park (an area for skiers and snowboarders equipped with special tricks), seven ski lifts, and a ski school. From there, a cable car takes you to the Luzhniki Olympic Complex.

"Luzhniki is one of the largest sports centers in Moscow. Even in winter, you can run on the stadium's indoor tracks, visit fitness clubs, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and an ice rink with artificial ice. Thus, the complex combines virtually all types of activities in one place," Yegor emphasized.

Direction Moscow Youth. Sports Provides opportunities for a healthy lifestyle and invites young city residents to competitions in various sports and meetings with famous athletes. Throughout the year, the "University League" sports and intellectual game is held, featuring student teams from Moscow universities. With the support of football clubs, meetings and master classes with famous players, sporting events, and a football league for amateur teams are organized.

Moscow is a city of youth. The capital offers ample opportunities for youth development, creative self-expression, comfortable living, and engaging leisure activities. It boasts a well-developed infrastructure and hosts thousands of events of varying scale and scope.

Even more opportunities for young Muscovites can be found on the portal Youth of Moscow and project pages in social networks.

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On December 26, the Gallery on Solyanka will open the exhibition "Just Childhood" as part of the "Russian Style" project. It will be held with the support of the Moscow Department of CultureThe exhibition is dedicated to the theme of childhood and motherhood, as well as the role of motherhood in the system of social roles and artistic images in contemporary Russian art.

During the exhibition, the New Year's charity market "Horses of Kindness" will be held—a fair and sale of wooden horses painted by contemporary artists. All proceeds will go to Luhansk City Children's Hospital No. 1.

"'Simple Childhood' is an exhibition about the role of mothers in every child's life, about a child's world, which is formed from everyday things transformed by pure imagination, from interactions with loved ones, sounds, hugs, and time spent together. It would seem that simple childhood shapes a person's personality," noted exhibition curator Alina Kovalenko.

The exhibition will feature over 110 works, including paintings, sculptures, art objects, installations, and interior design objects. The focus is on family interactions and the upbringing process, which shape a person's fundamental trust in the world and their value system.

The exhibits evoke recognizable scenes from childhood and convey the image of a protected and warm world filled with love, attention, and time spent with loved ones. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in personal childhood memories through visual and interactive formats.

The exhibition will be divided into thematic halls. Visitors will explore stories ranging from the anticipation of a new birth to family trips, vacations, and everyday moments that are cherished in memory.

The exhibition will be open from December 26, 2025 to March 1, 2026.

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Three new skating rinks opened this winter in Moscow parks. They are located in different areas of the city. Now visitors don't have to travel to the city center—they can skate close to home. The skating rinks are already proving popular. You can come here with friends or the whole family, and the pleasant music and beautiful atmosphere will lift your spirits.

The Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve boasts a huge rink covering approximately two thousand square meters—one of its main attractions. You can combine skating with a tour or simply enjoy the views of the palace. A ticket is required to enter the rink. ticket.

The Lianozovsky Park ice rink is slightly smaller—about 1,000 square meters. You can bring your children here and teach them how to skate confidently. Tickets are available atwebsite.

The ice rink at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve is perfect for the most active Muscovites. Its size—over 3,700 square meters—allows you to really get going, all while observing safety regulations. There's plenty of space for both regular skating and free-gliding. To visit the rink, you need to purchase a pass. ticket.

All arenas are illuminated, ensuring safe movement on the ice even at night.

The capital's skating rinks will be open throughout the winter season. There will be breaks between sessions for maintenance and preparation of the ice. The rinks are open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM on weekends. All rinks have changing rooms, storage lockers, rest areas, sharpening stations, and equipment rentals. Skates are available in sizes 27 to 47 for both children and adults. For the youngest visitors, special penguin-shaped support stands, helmets, and protective gear are available for rent.

A special rate applies to certain categories of citizens entitled to discounts. These include schoolchildren aged 12 and over, full-time students, members of large families, and citizens affected by the Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident. When visiting the skating rink, you must present documents confirming your eligibility for the discount. More information about the Department of Trade and Services can be found atofficial Telegram channel.

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and assist those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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Congratulating everyone, finding something festive to wear, making Olivier salad, spring cleaning, filing a report, and taking the kids to the Christmas party: this is roughly the to-do list Moscow residents are currently making. But managing to do everything while remaining cheerful and happy can be challenging, and as a result, the country's main holiday, which we anticipate with the anticipation of a miracle, often delivers a surprise in the form of distress—prolonged stress. And instead of joy, it evokes anxiety, irritation, and fatigue.

A mos.ru correspondent spoke with a first-category psychologist Moscow Psychological Assistance Service of the Moscow Department of Labor and Social Protection Alexander Ovchinnikov and learned how to cope with the stress of December, prevent burnout, celebrate the New Year with a sense of calm and happiness, and then return to work in a good mood.

The Perfect Storm

— Alexander Sergeevich, please explain why it is precisely at the end of the year that many people experience particularly intense stress?

"I would call this phenomenon a 'perfect storm.'" Sailors use the term when inclement weather combines with, for example, a shortage of drinking water, seasickness, or engine failure, all leading to dire consequences. It's the same with us: at the end of the year, biological and social factors prove incompatible, and at some point we can't cope.

The biological factor is December, the darkest time of year in our city. Daylight lasts only a few hours, and the body enters hibernation mode, becoming inactive and conserving energy. And the social factor is exams, challenging work tasks, reports, balance sheets, important meetings, and the social pressure to buy gifts, celebrate holidays beautifully, and have fun. As a result, internal conflict arises. Add to this the tradition of summing up the year: how did I spend it? If plans were ambitious but achievements minimal, a gap forms between the ideal self and the real self.

If by the end of the year you feel drained, exhausted, and wanting nothing, the problem isn't you. This is a normal reaction of the body and mind to an overwhelming workload.

Incidentally, two groups are more susceptible to stress. The first I call "homemakers." These are women, on average, between 30 and 60 years old. They are building their careers, and at the same time, they shoulder the burden known in sociology as "second shift": cooking for the holidays, setting the table, cleaning the apartment.

The second category is single people. December sees the start of flashy marketing campaigns promoting love, family, and happiness. And those who have experienced divorce or loss of loved ones feel especially vulnerable and hurt by all this.

— How can one determine that the stage of distress has begun, when a person can no longer cope with the circumstances?

— Irritability often increases. Any little thing can trigger a flare-up of anger: traffic jams, lines at the store, music that's too loud, seemingly pointless questions from colleagues. This irritation masks extreme fatigue. When our resources are at their limit, this is how the psyche protects us from overstimulation and excessive stress.

Another option is apathy, subdepression: the person dreams only of being left alone and becomes tearful. Of course, in such a situation, they have no time for celebration, and they perceive New Year's as a burdensome chore.

At the same time, sleep is disrupted. You can't fall asleep at night, and it's hard to wake up in the morning. You experience a feeling of a tight band around your head, muscle spasms, and back and neck pain. Furthermore, your immunity is weakened. You hold out until the last minute, forcing yourself to get up and go, and when the winter holidays arrive and you can finally relax, your exhausted body is attacked by bacteria.

— What brain mechanisms trigger stress?

The human brain has two "agents": the prefrontal cortex, responsible for willpower, planning, and conforming to social norms, and the amygdala, which deals with anxiety, fear, and aggression. Under normal circumstances, these two areas interact through hormones (neurotransmitters) and create a balance. If the stress is short-term, the prefrontal cortex calms you down: "Everything's fine, you'll make it, vacation's coming soon." But in December, it stops functioning because there are too many triggers. The amygdala activates the adrenal glands, releasing adrenaline and cortisol. When we're truly in danger, this is a helpful response: "run, freeze, help." The problem is that the brain can't filter whether something is truly life-threatening or not.

Planning without expectations

— Is there really no way to protect yourself from this stress and save resources?

There's a saying: "Happiness depends on our expectations." The main enemy is the fantasy of a perfect New Year.

The first piece of advice is to agree with yourself not on a perfect holiday, but simply on a good one. Let's skip the deep cleaning and buy ready-made salads. Lowering your expectations by even 20 percent can save you energy.

Second tip: buy gifts in advance and gradually. This will save you money, as expenses skyrocket towards the end of the year, which can also cause stress. You can play "Secret Santa" with your loved ones: each person gives one gift to a specific family member, rather than everyone at once.

The third is a digital detox. Limit your time spent browsing the news and social media, especially at night. The more you connect to other people's lives, the fewer resources you have. Furthermore, any screen emits blue light: the eye perceives light and signals the brain that it's daytime. Melatonin is not produced, and even if you do fall asleep, it's an unhealthy, shallow sleep caused by overexertion. Put away your smartphones an hour before bed and establish a routine: take a walk, read a book, draw, do some light stretching, meditate, take a warm shower. And of course, ideally, avoid eating or drinking four hours before bed. When the body is busy digesting food, it doesn't relax.

— Can planning help prevent stress?

— Absolutely. When we put our thoughts down on paper, we realize it's not all that complicated. There's a technique called the "Eisenhower Matrix." Take a sheet of paper and divide it into four sections. The first quadrant is important and urgent: for example, paying bills, completing a work assignment. The second is important and not urgent: planning a New Year's menu and other chores that can be put off until the weekend. The third is urgent and not important: delegate the tasks in this quadrant to family members, order grocery delivery. And the fourth is unimportant and not urgent: things that are easy to skip altogether. The longer the list in this quadrant, the more time you'll have for the urgent and important.

Be sure to schedule time off: two hours a day, a day a week, a whole weekend a month, and a week or two every six months. Schedule a Monday in your calendar when you plan to watch a movie, take a walk in the park, or go ice skating.

First aid and gentle return

— And if you still can’t avoid stress, how do you deal with it?

"I'll tell you about three important techniques. The first is 'Breathing.' We take a deep breath for about four seconds, then slowly exhale through our mouth for about eight seconds. We feel our diaphragm expand and our ribs touch our back. We should repeat this exercise at least 10 times, concentrating solely on the process. After this, our heart rate will decrease."

The second technique is "Five, Four, Three, Two, One." In a moment of intense anxiety, locate five different objects around you and examine them. Then touch four things. Try to distinguish three sounds; if you're in an office, it could be the creaking of a chair, the hum of a printer, or someone's voice. Catch two smells. And finally, experience one taste. This will shift your focus from the emotional to the physical.

The third technique is "Washing." Fill your palms with very cold water from the tap and splash it on your face and clothes. Repeat this at least five times. This will trigger your diving reflex: when you go underwater, your brain inhibits all other emotions and activates the resources necessary for survival.

If none of the tips worked, I recommend contactingMoscow service for psychological assistance to the population by dialing 051 from a landline phone (free call) or 7 495 051 from a mobile phone.

Many people struggle not only with the holiday preparations but also with the return to work after the holidays. People adjust to a different rhythm, relax, and then suddenly there are meetings and reports again. What should they do?

The saddest day of the year is the third Monday in January. That's when the holidays are clearly behind us: New Year's, Christmas, Old New Year's. It becomes clear: now a whole year of work lies ahead.

To prevent further stress, don't wake up abruptly at 7 a.m. on your first Monday. Three days before the work week starts, set your alarm for 10 a.m., then 9 a.m., then 8 a.m. Your brain will get used to waking up an hour earlier each time.

Avoid "burning out"—plunging headlong into tasks. Start by sorting through email, tidying up your desk, and chatting with colleagues. Some tasks can be put off.

And one more piece of advice: plan a pleasant activity in the middle of your first work week. Go for a massage, to the cinema, to a museum. It's important to show your brain that life goes on even after the holidays.

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The Active Citizen project has begun series of votes, dedicated to Moscow's digital projects. Participants will be able to choose from the suggested answers or write their own and co-author a digital development strategy for the metropolis.

Let's change the city together

Project Active Citizen For several years now, the platform has served as a platform for dialogue between the city and its residents. More than 7.2 million citizens have joined. Users make important decisions and influence the future of Moscow. In 2025, they expressed nearly 44 million opinions on various city issues—from creating a high-altitude park to replacing the monorail to choosing a name for the new embankment at the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve.

IN voting Participants will be asked to choose which decisions made on the platform were the most significant. Muscovites will also evaluate the year's special projects and decide which Active Citizen update they liked best.

"Active Citizen for Children"

A separate, safe digital environment—a platform—has been created for young Muscovites. "Active Citizen for Children"This is an online space for children aged six to 13, where they can learn interesting facts about Moscow in a fun way and share their opinions on the city's development. Young Muscovites participate in educational games, surveys, and other activities. Since the platform's launch, children have provided over 8.3 million answers to educational quizzes.

IN voting Residents of the capital will share their opinions on the most interesting tasks for children, highlight the platform's most useful features, and suggest topics for quizzes and video stories that might engage them in the future.

The Active Citizen for Children platform has prepared two winter quizzes for young Muscovites.

Our City

The portal helps Muscovites make the capital even more comfortable and take part in its transformation Our CityWhether you're replacing a light bulb in a park, repairing a playground in your yard, or fixing a road, you can do it all by leaving a message on one of over 200 topics. Since its inception, the portal has resolved over 12 million citizen queries.

Vote This will allow Muscovites to provide feedback on the portal's performance. They will be asked to evaluate its capabilities, including the ease of submitting applications and the frequency of use of the mobile app.

Muscovites can report deficiencies in pedestrian crossing maintenance on the "Our City" portal.

Electronic House

Over the five years of operation, the platform Electronic House has become a convenient tool for Muscovites in managing apartment buildings. One of the key features is the ability to hold transparent and secure general meetings of owners (GMs). onlineOver the course of its existence, more than 26,000 of these events have taken place on the platform.

IN voting You'll be asked to share your opinion on the platform's functionality. For example, you might want to talk about whether you've used it to participate in the OSS, and what topics you'd like to see in the new educational project. Academy of Competent Owners and what services for residents can be added to the section of the same name.

No calls or visits: how to contact the management company through the "Electronic House"

City of Ideas

The platform allows you to turn personal ideas into implemented urban initiatives City of IdeasHere, everyone can propose solutions that will make the capital even more comfortable.

IN voting Muscovites will select the sections they like most, indicate which areas of the city they would like to see change in 2026, and learn where to find photographs of initiatives already implemented.

A New Year's page of the capital's electronic projects is now available on the City of Ideas platform.

City of Tasks

During the project's work City of Tasks has already united more than 426,000 Muscovites. They have completed over 3.2 million tasks related to ecology, culture, and sports, as well as public welfare, charity, and other areas.

IN voting Users are asked to share which areas of work they are most looking forward to in the coming year and which options they find most appealing.

"A Million Prizes"

Participants of the capital's loyalty program "A Million Prizes" receive city and children's points for active participation in the life of the capital.special category On the website, Muscovites can use points to purchase goods and services from partner organizations. The program allows them to donate accumulated points to charitable organizations and help those in need.

Participants voting they will tell, what incentives they would like to see in the future, includingchildren's display caseThey will share their opinions on the site's new functionality and the "Charity" section, and also note how they define the significance of "Million Prizes."

Voting results

Series of votes — is a direct link between the city and its residents. Thanks to these surveys, Moscow, which has long been a leader in digitalization, will continue to improve modern city electronic services, drawing on the opinions and experiences of millions of active citizens. The results of the vote will help shape Moscow's digital ecosystem next year.

Project Active Citizen has been running since 2014. During this time, more than seven million people have joined, and over 7,400 votes have been conducted. Every month, 30–40 decisions made by Muscovites are implemented in the city. The project is being developed by the capital's Department of Information Technology and the State Public Institution “New Management Technologies”.

The creation, development and operation of e-government infrastructure, including the provision of mass socially significant services, as well as other services in electronic form, are consistent with the objectives of the national project "Data Economy and Digital Transformation of the State" and the Moscow regional project "Digital Public Administration." More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

Sobyanin: Moscow is a world leader in engaging residents in city life

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Since 2011, various industrial facilities with a total area of over 3.26 million square meters have been built in the capital. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"Since 2011, 322 industrial and production facilities with a total area of over 3.26 million square meters have been built in the capital. These include large technology parks, innovation centers, factories, research and production laboratories, workshops, production and logistics complexes, energy facilities, and other facilities. Of these, 303 buildings with a total area of 2.8 million square meters were built using extra-budgetary funding," noted Vladimir Efimov.

Manufacturing and industrial buildings play a vital role in the implementation of technological processes, the placement of equipment, the storage of raw materials and finished products, and the provision of safe and comfortable working conditions.

"Following Sergei Sobyanin's instructions, the capital is creating all the necessary conditions for the localization of new high-tech enterprises. Key city support measures play a major role here: the implementation of large-scale investment projects and programs to stimulate the creation of employment opportunities. Today, the total area of industrial infrastructure in the city is approximately 13.6 million square meters, with one-sixth of this located within the Technopolis Moscow special economic zone, which is driving the development of innovative industries in the capital," added the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.

Maxim Liksutov.

Large-scale investment projects are a special status granted to projects aimed at creating jobs and developing urban infrastructure. These include, for example, manufacturing complexes, innovation centers, healthcare facilities, sports facilities, and others.

The program to stimulate the creation of employment opportunities has been implemented since 2020 and covers virtually all districts of the capital. Investors will construct over 270 facilities with a total area of 8.3 million square meters. These include new industrial facilities, office and shopping centers, educational, cultural, and sports institutions. Overall, over 2.8 trillion rubles will be invested in Moscow's development, creating approximately 360,000 jobs in virtually all sectors of the city's economy.

According to the Minister of the Moscow Government, head of the capital's Department of Urban Development Policy Vladislav OvchinskyIn 2025, industrial facilities were built in 11 Moscow districts. The largest number of buildings—nine and seven—appeared in the Savelki and Kapotnya districts, respectively. These were constructed with both private investment and public funds. For example, in the Kapotnya district alone, the infrastructure was expanded with industrial and production facilities for oil refining, covering over four thousand square meters.

An autoclaved aerated concrete plant was built in Savelki.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin received solution On the comprehensive development of underutilized areas in various districts of the capital. The redeveloped sites are planned to accommodate approximately 340,000 square meters of residential real estate for the renovation program, as well as buildings for Mosvodokanal JSC, technology parks, and other industrial facilities.

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Specialists Moscow City Services Complex Twenty-four buildings on previously landscaped streets in the southeast of the capital were renovated as part of the capital's capital repair program. These included buildings on Graivoronovskaya and 1st Dubrovskaya Streets, as well as Tikhoretsky Boulevard.

A serial house from 1986

One of the buildings is located at 15 Graivoronovskaya Street. It was erected in 1986.

The building underwent façade renovations using modern technology and fiber cement panels. After cleaning and washing, as well as repairing the joints between panels, specialists installed brackets across the entire building. They then insulated the façade with mineral wool slabs, installed window frames, and installed guides over the insulation. Next, they covered the façade with fiber cement panels, while simultaneously renovating the entrances, windows in common areas, the baseboard, and the apron. Air conditioning units were installed. The balconies were renovated, including replacing the balcony slabs, and sanding, filling, and painting the concrete screens.

A typical panel house from 1978

Major renovations have been completed in the apartment building located at 14 Tikhoretsky Boulevard, Block 1. This is a typical panel house built in 1978.

Specialists repaired the façade and roof and replaced several utility systems. The façade was restored using modern technology, using polymer-cement mixtures on reinforcing mesh. For the convenience of residents, the work was carried out in several stages. First, they tapped the façades and removed loose tiles. Then, they thoroughly washed the walls with specialized cleaning agents and applied adhesives with reinforcing mesh and decorative compounds. After the façade surfaces were fully prepared, they began sealing the seams and painting the façade. The final stage included repairs to the entrances, balconies, and the basement.

A 1928 house in the constructivist style

Additionally, a major renovation was carried out on the building located at 1st Dubrovskaya Street, Building 8/12. It was built in 1928 in the Constructivist style.

The building's façade, roof, and basement were renovated, and several utility systems were replaced. Particular attention was paid to restoring the building's architectural elements to restore the building's appearance to its original style and time of construction. Specialists cleared the façade, treated wet areas with an antiseptic, repaired the plaster, and repaired architectural elements. The walls were then painted in their original color. Finally, the entrances were renovated, balcony screens were replaced, modern windows were installed in common areas, and the building's basement was renovated.

IN Moscow's urban infrastructure complex They noted that the regional housing stock overhaul program being implemented in the capital is in line with the goals and objectives of the national project Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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