Marina Matveyeva, Chairperson of the Babinichi Rural Council of Deputies, eagerly anticipates the second session of the 7th Belarusian People's Congress. She is confident that the decisions to be made will be curcial for only the development of Belarus in the coming five years and also peace and stability in the country.
“I was nominated as a candidate for delegate to the Belarusian People's Congress at a meeting of the presidium of the Orsha District Council of Deputies, and was then elected as a delegate from the local councils of deputies of Vitebsk Oblast. The emotions I felt at that moment are difficult to put into words. First and foremost, it was a sense of responsibility toward the people among whom I live and work, because from that point on, I was representing not only my own interests but also theirs,” Marina Matveyeva noted. “Of course, there was also a feeling of pride: to be a delegate to the Belarusian People's Congress means to participate in making decisions that will help Belarus to develop and preserve peace and stability."
While participating in the first session of the 7th Belarusian People's Congress, Marina Matveyeva paid particular attention to the head of state's remark that Belarusians must be stronger than ever to preserve peace in their country.
“At the time, Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “if you don't want to sit in the trenches, get covered with mud and be eaten by lice, let's work in earnest,” Marina Matveyeva said recalling the head of state's words. “The president is absolutely right, because our homeland truly has no one else but us. Only we know what the future of Belarus should be like, what our country should become, and how to make it stronger.”
“I was nominated as a candidate for delegate to the Belarusian People's Congress at a meeting of the presidium of the Orsha District Council of Deputies, and was then elected as a delegate from the local councils of deputies of Vitebsk Oblast. The emotions I felt at that moment are difficult to put into words. First and foremost, it was a sense of responsibility toward the people among whom I live and work, because from that point on, I was representing not only my own interests but also theirs,” Marina Matveyeva noted. “Of course, there was also a feeling of pride: to be a delegate to the Belarusian People's Congress means to participate in making decisions that will help Belarus to develop and preserve peace and stability."
While participating in the first session of the 7th Belarusian People's Congress, Marina Matveyeva paid particular attention to the head of state's remark that Belarusians must be stronger than ever to preserve peace in their country.
“At the time, Aleksandr Lukashenko said: “if you don't want to sit in the trenches, get covered with mud and be eaten by lice, let's work in earnest,” Marina Matveyeva said recalling the head of state's words. “The president is absolutely right, because our homeland truly has no one else but us. Only we know what the future of Belarus should be like, what our country should become, and how to make it stronger.”
Chairwoman of the Rural Council of Deputies Marina Matveyeva, like no one else, knows what concerns the residents of small communities.
“Most often, these are simple everyday issues. It is important for people to know and understand that the quality of life in rural areas will only improve. They want to hear if road repairs are planned in their community, if transportation accessibility will be enhanced. Questions frequently arise that are directly related to housing and utilities. For example, when and where major housing renovations will take place, how courtyard areas will be improved. Our state pays great attention to all these issues, and people see that,” she said.
Two weeks ago, delegates to the Belarusian People’s Congress from Vitebsk Oblast discussed in detail the draft program for the country’s social and economic development for the next five years. The main feature of the document is that it is primarily focused on the individual and improved quality of life.
“We see this clearly in the key priorities highlighted in the draft program. First of all, it is national demographic security: preserving the population, strengthening the nation’s health, and supporting the family. Emphasis is also placed on developing human potential, quality education, and raising a harmonious and patriotic individual. Great attention is also paid to creating a high-quality and convenient living environment, increasing competitiveness, accelerating technological development, digital transformation, and other important points for every Belarusian,” Marina Matveyeva said. “As the chairman of the rural council of deputies, I find it important that the program includes measures for the balanced development of all territories, support for rural infrastructure, and improving the quality of life in every corner of the country.”
“Most often, these are simple everyday issues. It is important for people to know and understand that the quality of life in rural areas will only improve. They want to hear if road repairs are planned in their community, if transportation accessibility will be enhanced. Questions frequently arise that are directly related to housing and utilities. For example, when and where major housing renovations will take place, how courtyard areas will be improved. Our state pays great attention to all these issues, and people see that,” she said.
Two weeks ago, delegates to the Belarusian People’s Congress from Vitebsk Oblast discussed in detail the draft program for the country’s social and economic development for the next five years. The main feature of the document is that it is primarily focused on the individual and improved quality of life.
“We see this clearly in the key priorities highlighted in the draft program. First of all, it is national demographic security: preserving the population, strengthening the nation’s health, and supporting the family. Emphasis is also placed on developing human potential, quality education, and raising a harmonious and patriotic individual. Great attention is also paid to creating a high-quality and convenient living environment, increasing competitiveness, accelerating technological development, digital transformation, and other important points for every Belarusian,” Marina Matveyeva said. “As the chairman of the rural council of deputies, I find it important that the program includes measures for the balanced development of all territories, support for rural infrastructure, and improving the quality of life in every corner of the country.”
According to the delegate of the Belarusian People’s Congress, the authorities in every region of the country are doing their utmost to improve life in small settlements. Orsha District is no exception.
“In preparation for the district’s festival of rural workers, which was held last year in the agrotown of Babinichy, we carried out maintenance repairs on more than a dozen houses, as well as the building of the rural executive committee, a kindergarten, children’s art school, and a ski lodge. For the youngest residents, we have built four new playgrounds and partially replaced the equipment on those built earlier. We are also doing everything possible to encourage as many residents as possible to participate in sports. Not long ago, a new futsal pitch appeared near the Fitness and Recreation Center. We developed a ski trail and repaired the hockey rink. These facilities are very popular in winter. Locals have also taken a great liking to the refurbished apple orchard and boulevard, where the lawn was restored, decorative elements added, and walking paths created. Every single resident pitched in, working together for the benefit of the entire agrotown.”
By Yulia GAVRILENKO,
Photo courtesy of Marina Matveyeva,
7 Days newspaper
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