Stavropol Territory Prepares to Welcome up to 1,500 Children from Belgorod Region
The Stavropol Territory has announced its readiness to shelter as many as 1,500 children relocating from the Belgorod region. This information was shared by Governor Vladimir Vladimirov, who outlined that the support for these youngsters will extend beyond housing. Local authorities plan to ensure educational continuity by securing places for them in nearby schools and institutions so that classes can proceed with minimal disruption. The governor also indicated that the necessary steps and instructions have been issued to implement this relocation plan effectively.
This development follows a prior decision by Belgorod regional authorities to transfer children to other regions in response to ongoing shelling. Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov stated that the plan envisions moving roughly 9,000 children from Belgorod and surrounding districts, including the Shebekinsky and Grayvoronsky districts. On a recent Friday, March 22, about 1,200 children were scheduled to be sent to Penza, Tambov, and Kaluga before continuing on to the Stavropol Territory. The aim is to safeguard the welfare of young residents while maintaining access to education and essential services in their new locations.
On March 15, officials reported that residents of the border village of Kozinka in the Belgorod region, an area affected by bombardment and cross-border incursions, were evacuated to a safer location. This move reflects a broader strategy to protect families and minimize risk during periods of heightened conflict near international borders.
Earlier reports noted that a 15-year-old youth sustained injuries during shelling of a village near Belgorod. The incident underscores the ongoing urgency of protecting civilian populations and providing rapid, coordinated relocation options for affected families.
Across these actions, regional leadership emphasizes the importance of keeping children out of harm’s way while preserving their right to education. Coordinating with neighboring regions and the education system, Stavropol’s plan aims to offer stable accommodations, safe transport, and clear pathways for enrollment in local schools. Officials stress that launch and execution of the relocation program are grounded in the principles of humanitarian protection and continuity of schooling for all students involved. In addition to housing, social services offices will work to connect families with health care, psychological support, and age-appropriate academic resources as necessary.
Parents and guardians receiving information about relocations are encouraged to stay in touch with regional administrators and school districts to confirm enrollment details, transport arrangements, and any required documentation. Local authorities also highlight the importance of monitoring the long-term impact on students, including language support for newcomers, integration into classroom routines, and opportunities for extracurricular engagement that can help with adjustment during a period of upheaval.
As the situation develops, officials in Stavropol, Belgorod, and related regions continue to coordinate efforts to ensure that the relocation process runs smoothly and safely. The overarching priority remains the protection of children, the continuity of their education, and the provision of stable living environments that support their health and well-being during a time of volatility near regional borders.