April 17 is the day of veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Military pensioners for Russia and its armed forces. Those who are always on duty

The Day of Veterans of the Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia is a holiday for all those who served their country with honor, protecting citizens in the legal field, participating in counter-terrorist operations, acting as guardians of law and order.

In the photo: congratulations to veterans of the internal affairs bodies in St. Petersburg:

In the photo: meeting with veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Novoshakhtinsk:

This holiday is celebrated on April 17th. He appeared in the calendar on the basis of the order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 580. The date was not chosen by chance and is timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Public Organization of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Military Forces, formed on April 17, 1991.

In Russia today there are about 650,000 veterans who served at various times in the internal troops and internal affairs bodies. These include: pensioners of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, participants in the Great Patriotic War, veterans of military operations in Afghanistan, the North Caucasus, and other hot spots.

On this day, I would especially like to commend those who went through the severe trials of the war and, in the difficult time of the post-war devastation, found themselves at the forefront of combating crime, while showing will, courage and concern for people.

The Great Patriotic War required a change in the nature and content of the work of all state bodies in relation to the specifics of wartime. The duties of the police were significantly expanded: the fight against looting, alarmism, desertion, and theft of evacuated cargo on transport; ensuring organized evacuation of the population and industrial enterprises which was essentially a strategic task.

Police officers, along with border guards and units of the Red Army, participated in battles with the advancing Wehrmacht troops.
In the first days of the war, more than 25% of the personnel of the internal affairs bodies were drafted into the army. Only from the Moscow police went to the front 12 thousand employees. They were replaced by persons not suitable for military service: the disabled, pensioners. A considerable number of women joined the ranks of the then militia - by decision of the Moscow City Committee of the Party, 1,300 women who served in state institutions and organizations were sent to the militia.

The main task of the police during the war years, as before, remained the protection of public order and the fight against crime, because at a time when the army was fighting on the fronts, and millions of people were forging victory in the rear - at factory machines, in agricultural areas, in hospitals, educational institutions, there were many who tried to use wartime and martial law for criminal purposes.

From the beginning of the war, the external police service was transferred to a two-shift mode of operation - 12 hours a day, and vacations were canceled for all employees.

The criminal investigation department was engaged in the disclosure of murders, robberies, robberies, thefts from the apartments of the evacuees. Carried out the seizure of weapons from criminal elements and deserters. Assisted state security agencies in identifying enemy agents.
Special attention deserves the work of the police to prevent neglect and homelessness of minors. During the war, the network of children's rooms at the police departments was significantly expanded. In 1942-1943, with the help of the public, about 300,000 homeless teenagers were detained by the police, who were placed in a job and given a place to live.

In wartime, the internal affairs bodies performed about two dozen different service and combat tasks. Police officers ensured the security of the rear, participated in the protection of important facilities and institutions, fought against banditry and crime, neutralized enemy saboteurs, organized local air defense, courageously fought against the Nazis at the front, acted as part of extermination battalions and partisan detachments.

The loss of personnel of the internal troops and the troops of the NKVD in the Great Patriotic War amounted (officially) to about 160 thousand people. However, unofficial sources speak of significantly greater losses - up to half a million.

In May 1945, peacetime did not come for all the inhabitants of the USSR. Numerous centers of the radical nationalist underground remained in the western regions of the country. On the territory of Western Ukraine, a powerful and extensive network of the Organization of Ukrainian Nationalists of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (OUN-UPA) continued to operate (today the activities of the OUN are prohibited by Russian law), popularly known as Bandera. The whole burden of the fight against them fell on the shoulders of the units of the main department of the NKVD troops and the local police. The losses of law enforcement officers and special services in the fight against Bandera thugs are still unknown, since the main volumes of documents on this issue have not been declassified.

In the photo: congratulations from a veteran of the Ministry of Internal Affairs - a participant in the Great Patriotic War Alexei Litvinov (Vladivostok):

In the photo: congratulations to the veteran of the internal affairs bodies - former boss Police Department of Pyatigorsk Afanasy Masalykina:

The Soviet state security agencies fought against the OUN with all legal methods. Separate units of the internal troops were periodically involved in providing operations - cordoning, combing the area.

It took almost 10 years to defeat the Ukrainian nationalists of the Soviet government, and in this "war after the war" security officers and policemen demonstrated a very high level of professionalism and effectiveness. However, as the modern course of history shows, the Bandera rabble was still not completely exterminated. Rampant Bandera can be observed in today's Ukraine, where the radicals have become, in fact, one of the branches of power, or, more precisely, total anarchy.

Special units of law enforcement agencies and state services have always solved the most complex tasks of protecting individuals, society and the state from internal and external threats.

Despite the fact that the role of the police in the Afghan events remained and remains in the background, about 4 thousand employees of the internal affairs bodies were sent on business trips to Afghanistan, of which 28 people died. They were given the tasks of selecting and training employees, organizing the logistics of the bodies, organizing the fight against banditry and criminality in the country.

It so happened that it was the operational police officers, ordinary police detectives in those years that turned out to be more prepared for undercover development of numerous illegal armed groups of rebellious Afghanistan.

Therefore, it became necessary to create a special-purpose detachment of the USSR Ministry of Internal Affairs "Cobalt", which was formed in the strictest secrecy, and each of its employees had his own legend and operational cover.

For helping the Afghan people in ensuring law and order in the country, more than 2,500 employees of the internal affairs bodies were awarded government awards, and Mikhail Isakov, an employee of the Kobalt special unit, was awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.
Many veterans went through the crucible of "hot spots" in the North Caucasus. They protected the civilian population from terrorist acts, violence, robbery, led fighting with militants, foreign emissaries and armed formations of pseudo-Islamic groups.

Veterans of internal affairs bodies try not to lose their energy and activity, continuing to benefit society even after they take a well-deserved rest. They are engaged in promoting the observance of law and order and the rule of law, work and train young employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, transferring their accumulated experience and knowledge, devote time to preventive work among minors, and help orphanages.
Together with members of the public, veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops hold methodological conferences to discuss topical issues and problems.

According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, thanks to the help of veterans and veteran organizations, hundreds of crimes are revealed in the country every year, and dangerous criminals are also detained.

Statistics: in practical activities Every fifth veteran of the internal affairs bodies and subdivisions of the internal troops of Russia today takes part.

On this holiday, I want to express my deep gratitude to those who best years devoted his life to serving the Fatherland and wish all veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops health, longevity and active participation in the public life of the country.

April 17, 2018 at Russian Federation celebrate the Day of veterans of internal affairs bodies and internal troops. The country's leadership pays much attention to veterans. Increased care is given to veterans of the Second World War, they still have at their disposal an important benefit package. This is entirely deserved, in fact, these people at one time, not sparing themselves, fought against the German Nazis for our bright future.

Veterans of internal affairs and internal troops are no less significant category of citizens, to whom we owe no less. The holiday has been celebrated every year since the spring of 2011. Rashid Nurgaliyev established this day, being at that time the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The date was chosen for a reason, on this day in 1991, the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops began its existence.

What retired veterans do on their holiday on April 17 and how the state takes care of them

Citizens of the country, who have retired for a long time, are not idle in retirement. After all, at one time they uncovered many offenses and having tremendous experience, they share it with new employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. What is their help? There are a lot of directions: propaganda of the rules of law and order, dissemination of valuable information among underage teenagers, assistance to young policemen. As a result of the informal activities of veterans, according to the statements of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the detection of a huge number of crimes has increased. Most likely, without their help, criminal cases would have been opened much longer and less efficiently.

The number of veterans in the country at the present time is 650,000. Various veterans' organizations operate in all regions of our country. The head of the Russian Organizing Committee "Victory" is the head of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin. The head of the Central Council of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation is the Minister of Defense of the country. Similar, but smaller representations are located in the navy, in military districts and other units.

The Federal Law of Russia "On Veterans" No. 5-FZ of January 11, 1995 regulates most of the actions in relation to veterans. The government forms special structures, takes a direct part in social support veterans, allocates money from the state fund for awarding state orders and medals.

What medals are awarded on April 17 on the day of veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and internal troops

The medal "Veteran of Labor" is awarded to those who at one time distinguished themselves in their professional activities and worked conscientiously. The medal "For Valiant Labor in the Second World War 1941-1945" is considered more significant; this award is placed on the chest, on the left side, in front of the previous award. Anniversary medal"200 Years of Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia" is due to those who bravely served for the good of the Fatherland. This medal is awarded in a solemn atmosphere, a certificate is attached to the medal, an entry is made in the work book and in the personal file about the award.

It is worn on the left side of the chest, placed after the insignia "200 years of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia". This medal is awarded to veterans of this unit and citizens who help the employees of the structure in this difficult matter. It is also worn on the left side of the chest after the award "For Distinction in Service".

Work in law enforcement agencies is associated with a great risk to life. Employees perform dangerous tasks: they participate in the detention of criminals, military operations, patrolling the territories. Some employees have devoted most of their seniority to the department. They are a source of unique experience and carriers of valuable knowledge. A professional holiday has been created in Russia to honor such people.

When does it pass

The day of veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia is celebrated annually on April 17. In 2020, the date is celebrated for the 10th time.

Who notes

Veterans, privates and officers of the system of internal affairs bodies and internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation take part in the festive events. Their relatives, relatives, friends join the celebrations.

history of the holiday

The honoring of veterans at the official level began with the corresponding order of the Minister of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation R. Nurgaliyev dated August 12, 2010 No. 580. The holiday was first celebrated in 2011. The chosen date of the celebrations has a symbolic meaning. It is connected with the creation of the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs Bodies and Internal Troops on April 17, 1991.

About the profession

Employees of the internal affairs bodies ensure public safety, fight crime, and maintain law and order. They implement state policy, carry out regulatory and legal regulation.

Employees of the internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation protect human rights and freedoms from criminal encroachments, participate in territorial defense, protection of mass events, important objects.

The interests of honored workers are represented by the Russian Council of Veterans. Its structure includes 8 Commissions and operates in 7 federal districts.

By Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of July 13, 2015 No. 356, the number of personnel of the Ministry of Internal Affairs is set at a level of just over 1 million people.

According to some reports, more than 650,000 retirees of internal troops and internal affairs bodies live in Russia.

A medal was developed to be awarded to veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is awarded to employees upon reaching a certain length of service or for other reasons.

Veterans of internal affairs bodies and internal troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia have been celebrating their holiday since 2011, since Interior Minister Rashid Nurgaliyev signed the relevant order. The date of the holiday was timed to coincide with the 20th anniversary of the creation of the Public Organization of Veterans of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops: this event took place in 1991.

Today, about 650,000 veterans who served in different years in internal troops and internal affairs bodies. Veteran organizations include pensioners of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, participants in the Great Patriotic War, veterans of military operations in Afghanistan and the North Caucasus, liquidators of the consequences of the accident at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant and others.

Veterans of the internal affairs bodies and internal troops continue to benefit society today. They are engaged in the promotion of law and order, conduct preventive work among minors, are engaged with young police officers, passing on their knowledge to them. The veterans' organization assigns its due place to historical and patriotic work. According to the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, thanks to veterans and their invaluable experience, a large number of crimes are revealed every year.

Today, April 17, veterans of the internal troops and internal affairs bodies accept congratulations from the command, colleagues, friends and relatives. In addition, on this day are often held festive events in veteran organizations.

There are no ex-cops
So any veteran will tell us,
We congratulate you on the holiday today
And we wish you good health.

Despite the years and gray hair
You will stretch out your hand in trouble,
Never leave your post
Our veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

We wish you strength and vigor for years,
Boredom and fatigue do not know
And of course my rich experience
Pass on to new generations.

There are a lot of holidays and memorable dates in our country. As a rule, such days are dedicated to certain events or dedicated to certain groups of people. These dates include the day medical worker, Driver's Day, Teacher's Day, Policeman's Day, but few people know Veterans Day of the Department of the Interior.

Veterans Day as a public holiday

Such as the Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, has so far a very short history. The decree on the establishment of the holiday, celebrated on April 17, was signed by the Minister of Internal Affairs of the country Rashid Nurgaliev in November 2010. Thus, the current Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Russian Armed Forces has only the fourth serial number. The Public Organization of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs can boast of a much longer period of existence - it was founded on April 17, 1992. It was on the date of the 20th anniversary of the public organization that the choice fell when the government was determining when exactly to designate the Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia.

History of Glorious Deeds

But these figures, of course, are not so important. The history of the profession of people, in whose honor the Day of the Veteran of Russia was formed, has more than one century. It is full of numerous bright pages, heroic deeds and accomplishments, many examples worthy of respect and imitation.

Of course, in the long history of our country there have been tragic and even terrible moments and times. There were not only good luck and brilliant operations, but also black pages, the loss of comrades and colleagues. However, on the holiday of veterans of the Department of Internal Affairs and Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, people still want to remember only the good. Although, of course, any veteran on this day will raise a third toast to those who are not around for festive table and who will never sit down for him again ...

Their service has always been dangerous and difficult, which is why there is a holiday in their honor.

Police: From Ivan the Terrible to the present day

Unofficially, the history of the police in Russia dates back to the beginning of the 16th century, when, by decree of Ivan the Terrible, special detachments were created to protect the peace of citizens near the so-called slingshots that divided the city into districts. But the prototype of the current police service was already formed under Peter I, who in 1718 founded in the then capital - St. Petersburg - a special institution called the Main Police. At first, in addition to the functions of maintaining order, the police also performed part of the work of firefighters.

However, for some time, the police only patrolled the streets, keeping order and protecting the peace of citizens. The functions of investigating criminal and administrative crimes were delegated to the police only in 1866, when the detective police was established. It is from this time that it is possible to keep an official chronicle of this specific wing of the internal affairs bodies in Russia.

Since then, a lot of time has passed and many glorious pages have been inscribed in the history of the law enforcement service. The current Russian police officers can rightly be proud of their predecessors. Among the chief police chiefs who headed the service at different times, there were many bright, outstanding figures who left a noticeable mark both in the field of purely police activity and in the field of domestic and foreign policy.

New time - new tasks

Together with the February, and then with the October Revolution of 1917, the Ministry of Internal Affairs experienced serious upheavals and upheavals. The functions of the police were constantly expanding - in addition to maintaining order and investigating crimes, the Ministry of Internal Affairs also had its own military component - internal troops. Since then, there has not been a single war or armed conflict in which representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs would not take an active part!

The civil war, the great confrontation in the bloodiest battle that broke the head of the brown plague, the preservation of the fragile balance of power that has developed at one stage or another in history after the end of World War II - in all this the merit of representatives of the law enforcement agencies of the USSR has such a prominent role that it is simply impossible overestimate!

Post-communist period

However, even after the collapse of the Soviet Union, people in the uniform of the Ministry of Internal Affairs remained faithful to the oath given not to the regime that was in force at that time, to a specific government or some region, but to their country! And the incredibly close-knit military fraternity, the unspoken code of honor and the continuity of generations that the police, internal troops, special forces and ordinary law enforcement officers are famous for have become a legend! That is why, celebrating the Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Russian Armed Forces, experienced soldiers can be sure that their glorious deeds, their honor and high professional reputation will be supported by young guys for whom duty is not just a beautiful abstract concept, but the meaning of life!

Those who are always on duty

Such is the specificity of service in law enforcement agencies and in the internal troops, that there is no public holidays, no weekends. Many of them, even on the Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, continue to serve, which, no matter how trite it may sound, is really "both dangerous and difficult." Perhaps no other profession is associated with such a high degree of constant risk as service in the system of the Ministry of the Interior!

In our country, it is customary to scold representatives, many even consider this a kind of "rule good manners"However, when people are in danger, the first thing they turn to is the police! Right words about those who are always on duty!

Even having ceased their active work, veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs can provide invaluable assistance in protecting law and order and ensuring the safety of citizens. The value of their invaluable experience, deep knowledge and rich experience cannot be overestimated!

The Day of Veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia is a professional holiday for those who patrolled the night courtyards in besieged Leningrad, who ensured the carefree life of people in the era of "developed socialism", who defended the integrity and sovereignty of the country in Chechnya and in others. They free the hostages, hunt down drug dealers, blocking with their car the way of KAMAZ rushing to the bus with children, saving the lives of our children and mothers. Even though their work was not always full of romance and heroism - they had to break up drunken fights, calm down violent neighbors, and draw up tedious protocols about the theft of paper clips - they deserve their professional holiday and to be remembered! Moreover, they are still on duty, no matter how grandiloquent it may sound!

A holiday without fanfare and pomposity

Representatives of this profession, as a rule, do not like excessive noise and fuss, preferring to modestly stay away. In the same way, they celebrate their holiday - without too much fanfare. Of course, April 17 will sound on the day of veterans of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia from the President of the country and from the Minister of Internal Affairs, awards will be presented to especially distinguished employees, a small holiday concert. But there will traditionally be no grandiose celebrations - well, these harsh, proud and laconic men do not like excessive attention to their own person!

It is with modesty in the eyes and courage in the heart. We owe a lot to them, sometimes without realizing it. Sleepless nights guarding our peace and security, help in difficult, sometimes insoluble situations, constant risk and sacrifice - these are the components of a profession with a capital letter.

And only in the evening, having gathered at a modest festive table, the veterans of the internal affairs bodies will give vent to their emotions, recalling past deeds, chases, shootings and detentions. They will remember how the sleeping city did not even suspect that people in uniform were saving it from a big disaster. They will also remember how hard it was in the trenches or in the mountains, how they had to roam around the service apartments and survive on a very modest salary. And, of course, they will raise that very third toast... They will honor their comrades-colleagues.