MOSCOW, August 2. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin has delivered a video address to mark Railway Workers' Day, celebrated today.
"I cordially congratulate the workers and veterans of Russian railway transport on their professional holiday--everyone whose hard work and dedication contribute to the development of this strategically important, key industry for our country," the head of state said.
According to him, Russian railway workers are successfully meeting modern challenges by embracing the latest technologies, including electronic logistics and digitalization of services, while improving the safety, speed, and accessibility of both freight and passenger transportation.
"The construction of the first domestic high-speed railway is in full swing," the president noted. He also highlighted the contribution of Russian Railways (RZD) to supplying troops in the special military operation zone and residents of border areas, as well as to restoring rail links in Donbass and Novorossiya.
The Russian president noted that the country is proud of the achievements of many generations of railway workers.
