Rustam Minnikhanov and Mintimer Shaimiev got acquainted with the progress of work on the reconstruction of the Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God
President of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov and State Councilor of the Republic of Tatarstan Mintimer Shaimiev got acquainted with the progress of work on the reconstruction of the Cathedral of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God. In the period from 2016 to 2021, the temple was recreated almost in its original form. The "cave temple" was also restored (it was consecrated on February 25, 2020 by Metropolitan Theophanes). During the inspection of the cathedral, Rustam Minnikhanov was informed that the work was being carried out in accordance with the established schedule. Explanations were given by the Minister of Construction, Architecture, Housing and Communal Services of the Republic of Tatarstan Marat Aizatullin. Today, work continues on the installation of cast-iron floors, the writing of icons for iconostases, the manufacture of church utensils and furniture. Also, work is underway on the interior decor and temple painting (out of 2500 sq. m., 2100 sq. m. have already been painted). During the inspection, options for heating the reconstructed cathedral and the entire complex of objects were also discussed. Recall that the grand opening of the cathedral is scheduled for July 21, 2021.