The governor of the Kurgan region, Vadim Shumkov, reported during a government meeting with Putin’s team that the region faces a critical shortfall to cover the aftereffects of a severe fire season. The current estimate stands at 2.5 billion rubles, a figure that would enable the region to fund essential relief efforts and recovery programs. The announcement came as officials reviewed the scale of damage and the ongoing needs of affected communities.
Shumkov emphasized that the 2.5 billion rubles are intended to address the full spectrum of emergency consequences, from clearing debris to restoring critical infrastructure and supporting residents who lost homes or livelihoods. He noted that the regional administration has already submitted a formal request for assistance from Russia’s provident fund to help bridge the financial gap and accelerate relief measures.
In parallel, the governor reassured residents that no social programs would be interrupted. He stressed that ongoing commitments to education and healthcare would be sustained, including the construction and renovation of schools and medical facilities, to prevent any disruption in essential services during the recovery phase.
Alexander Kurenkov, who previously led the Ministry of Emergency Situations, proposed extending support from the federal budget to residents affected by fires in the Kurgan and Sverdlovsk regions. This potential funding would complement local efforts and help stabilize communities grappling with displacement and property losses while reconstruction work proceeds.
Earlier reports indicated casualties among residents as a result of the fires in the Kurgan region. The toll included a number of fatalities and several additional injuries of varying severity, underscoring the urgent need for sustained relief and rapid recovery planning across the affected districts. Local authorities have been coordinating with federal bodies and emergency services to ensure timely medical care, shelter, and material aid for those most in need, while also implementing longer-term strategies to reduce future risk and strengthen resilience against similar emergencies.