The Chelyabinsk region sets a course for higher birth rates

There is no task more important for Russia’s long-term strategy than increasing the population. The Chelyabinsk region is responding proactively to this national challenge — the number of large families in the region continues to grow. Governor of the Chelyabinsk region Alexei Teksler spoke about this during the series "Platform of the Future: Region-2030. 100 Steps" at the National Centre RUSSIA.

"It is very important to create the right conditions. At a meeting with young people, I told them that we have launched the ‘Student Maternity Capital’ programme. When a child is born, the family receives over one million roubles, which can be used to rent housing or pay for tuition at a fee-based university. Both in the country and in our region, there are numerous support measures for families. That’s why I encouraged young people not to delay having children. I think they took my words seriously," said the Governor of the Chelyabinsk region, Alexei Teksler.

According to Alexei Teksler, only families with more than two children can help reverse the difficult demographic situation in the country, which is why active work in this area must continue.

"We will continue to support families. Those who decide to have many children already receive our assistance — and we will definitely keep supporting them in the future. It is no coincidence that the number of large families, and families with more than three children in general, is growing in our region. I always tell young people: you just have to start — and everything will be fine," said Alexei Teksler.

Meetings with regional heads are held as part of the large-scale regional programme of the National Centre RUSSIA — "Platform of the Future: Region-2030. 100 Steps". The programme is implemented in accordance with Russia’s national development goals defined by the President and is based on the principle of prioritising individual interests, personal fulfilment, and quality of life.