The forum “Small Motherland is the Strength of Russia” is taking place in Rostov-on-Don.

More than 300 participants from all federal districts of Russia gathered for the regional day “Safety and Protection”. The Republic of Ingushetia is represented at this event by the head of the Jeyrakhsky municipal district, Akhmed Lyanov.

The All-Russian Municipal Forum “Small Homeland - The Power of Russia” is an annual event aimed at promoting and developing municipalities in Russia. The Forum brings together local government leaders, business representatives, public organizations and experts to discuss topical issues and develop development strategies.

Each event is aimed at sharing knowledge and finding solutions to the most pressing problems of municipal governance.

A little higher than where the Armkhi River flows into the Terek, at the intersection of the Daryal and Jeyrakhov gorges, at the end of the last century a graceful 5-story watchtower with a rectangular base, flat roof and high parapet stood on a rock. It reached a height of 23.00 meters. Here armed warriors of the surrounding tower settlements alternately performed guard duty, controlling the vital trade and transportation highway. And as soon as enemies appeared in the Daryal Gorge, the guards would light a fire on the tower, and the rising smoke would let people know about the approaching danger. Now only separate stone blocks of the base of the tower have been preserved.

The substantial folklore and ethnographic information about it was collected by N.F. Ustvolskaya, and later by I.A. Dakhkilgov and D.Y. Chakhkiev.

And here is what is written about this tower in Ingush legend.

Not far from this watchtower, where Ezminskoye Lake is now, there was a strong fortress where many people lived. There was also a large army in that fortress.

Once an untold army of steppe warriors appeared in the gorge. The watchtower was alerted to the approaching danger. The men of authority decided that the people of the fortress must either defeat the enemy or perish. And they also decided: “If it happens that all our warriors die and the enemy wins, women should throw themselves and their children into the abyss, and girls should marry into the fire.

- And what should we who have lost our strength do? - asked the decrepit old men.

- You must pass around a bowl of poison,” they were told, ”drink it while making toasts.

The battle began. The fighters didn't know day or night. The children burned large pine beams at night so that they could see their enemies better. The battle was so bloody that the bodies of the enemies flooded the Terek and it went out of its banks. None of the defenders of the fortress survived.

All women and children threw themselves into the abyss and perished at its bottom. The old men sat in a circle and drank a bowl of poison. The girls made a big fire, chose Myalha Azu and started throwing themselves into the fire. Jumping into the fire the girls said that they were marrying him.

The remaining enemies destroyed all their towers to the ground. Of the inhabitants, no one was left alive.

(N.D. Kodzoev, R.H. Buzurtanov. Tales of the Caucasus).

The municipality of Sunzha met with representatives of the Vainakh search and rescue team to discuss cooperation.

Umatgirei Khakiyev, the squad's chairman, explained the methods of work in conducting search operations using modern technologies, as well as the Liza Alert technique and the involvement of volunteers. He added that a training program for volunteers in search and rescue operations will soon be created in Ingushetia.

The search and rescue team representatives aim to join forces with local authorities to improve the efficiency of search operations.

“The world's first interactive traveling exhibition “Victory Train” will arrive in Ingushetia.

On March 5 and 6, residents of the republic will have a unique opportunity to visit the exhibition dedicated to the events of the Great Patriotic War. The exhibition “Victory Train” will be located at the railway station of Nazran, and everyone will be able to see it free of charge by completing the mandatory Internet registration on the project's website.

The peculiarity of the exhibition is that it is presented in the format of a museum on wheels, consisting of 10 thematic cars, each of which is dedicated to important events and milestones of the Great Patriotic War. This is a rare opportunity for the residents of Ingushetia to become participants in one of the most significant historical projects, which immerses them in the atmosphere of 1941-1945 and makes them feel the spirit of the defenders of the Motherland, among whom there were many natives of our republic,” said Mahmud-Ali Kalimatov, Head of the Republic of Ingushetia.

"A joint meeting of the Council and the Board of Trustees of the Renaissance Charitable Foundation, established in 2023 by the famous Russian businessman and philanthropist Mikhail Gutseriev with the support of federal and regional executive authorities to implement socially significant projects in Ingushetia, was held in Moscow. The results of the Foundation's work in 2024 were summarized.

The Foundation works in six key areas: preservation of historical heritage, culture, sports, support for children with disabilities, preservation of spiritual values, and publishing books.

It is hard to imagine the scale of restoration work on tower complexes in the Jeyrakhsky district, which is being carried out with the assistance of the Renaissance Foundation. For several years now, entire Ingush settlements in the mountains - Kharp, Morch, Pui, Bisht, Eban and others - have been consistently restored. Active archaeological work is also underway at one of the oldest Christian temples, Tkhaba-Yerdy, and at the Vovnushki castle complex. Assistance was provided in the restoration of one of the most important objects of cultural heritage of federal significance “Nazranovskaya Fortress”, with which the history of Ingush people of the 19th century is connected. The only Russian school of mason-restorers was established in Nizhny Puya, and an archaeological museum and a museum of Ingush everyday life were opened there.

Historical reconstruction of the dwellings, everyday life and lifestyle of our ancestors in the mountains is invaluable. Our generation has a rare opportunity to get in touch with the material past of the people. To feel the atmosphere, to feel the spirit of their people. It is worth a lot.

Mountainous Ingushetia has always been a unique historical place and attracted Russian and foreign tourists: only here they could see such architectural monuments of medieval stone architecture, especially recreated in their original form.

In addition, the Renaissance Foundation pays special attention to our children. Special meals have been purchased for children with disabilities. This is a huge and invaluable help for parents. Modern equipment was purchased for the National Children's Theater, which expanded their technical capabilities. This is an important moment for staging diverse performances and conducting additional classes.

A lot has been done, more work and projects important for our republic lie ahead.

I would like to sincerely thank Mikail Gutseriev for his significant personal contribution to the social and economic development of the Republic of Ingushetia.

As Mikail Safarbekovich says, the Renaissance Foundation is changing life in Ingushetia for the better. Each of the projects implemented in the region leaves its mark in the lives of ordinary people - residents and guests of the republic.

He also assured that in 2025 it will continue to support long-term projects, such as the restoration of tower complexes and other historical sites of the republic, and will also define a list of new initiatives that will help solve the basic needs of Ingushetia's residents” - Mahmud-Ali Kalimatov, Head of the Republic of Ingushetia.

“Russia's strongest climbers from Chelyabinsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Perm, Krasnodar, Voronezh, Krasnoyarsk, Irkutsk, Penza, Samara and other cities are competing in the mountains of Ingushetia. The opening of the fifth national mountaineering championship in the technical class took place today in the most picturesque place of the Jeyrakhsky district.

The choice of Ingushetia as a venue for the championship was due to several important factors. Traditionally mountaineering events are held in summer, but the mountainous region of Ingushetia with its mountaineering camp “Kyazi” is equipped with all the necessary infrastructure, including a medical station, headquarters, press center, canteen, accommodation modules and showers.

This ensures optimal conditions for the championship regardless of the season.

Only brave and courageous people can connect their life with mountaineering. Their incredible endurance and determination sincerely arouse deep respect. Today athletes begin to conquer the top of the mountain massif Kyazi, where there are more than 20 routes of varying difficulty. It requires incredible strength of mind and physical preparation.

I wish good luck to the guys, let the ascents be safe.

We strive to develop various sports in Ingushetia, including extreme sports, so that everyone can find an activity to their liking. This, in turn, solves a number of important related problems: popularizing physical culture among young people and increasing the republic's tourist appeal. After participating in tournaments, athletes with their families often return to us to enjoy the beauty of nature and unique attractions of the region.

I would also like to note that the developed regional sports infrastructure provides all the necessary conditions for training and competitions of various levels,” - Mahmud-Ali Kalimatov, Head of the Republic of Ingushetia.

The mountain “Myat-Loam” is indigenous to Ingushetia and literally translates from Ingush as “motherland mountain” or fatherland mountain. According to linguistic and ethnographic studies, the word “Myat” means motherland, and loam means mountain. And the name table appeared because the mountain belongs to the category of rocks with flat tops resembling a table.

Mait-Loam is a symbol of Ingushetia, it is depicted on the coat of arms of the Republic of Ingushetia, to the left of the combat tower.

Mait-Loam is the only peak in the whole world on which three shrines are consecutively located. Two more shrines located on its summit, “Suson Dyala” - the patron saint of noble women, was destroyed in 1925 and “Myater Dyala” - the throne of the gods, also has not survived to this day.

Myat-Loam - is the patron saint of agriculture and fertility, in whose honor the temple of Myat-seli was built.

Myat-Seli - a monument of history and culture of federal significance - bears the name of the mountain “Maьt” and not vice versa, because on its top there are other sanctuaries, the names of which are not borrowed from any topographical names.

The “Mait-Seli” temple had the significance of one of the most important Ingush patrons. In the Middle Ages, our ancestors believed that the sanctuaries of “Tamyzh-Yerda”, “Amgali-Yerda”, and Myat-Seli were siblings, of which Myat-Seli was the eldest.

One of the last priests who performed ritual prayers on the Table Mountain was Elmurza Mehdiyev from the village of Falkhan. He is also mentioned by I. Bazorkin in his novel-epic “From the Darkness of Ages”.

The rites around the sanctuary were completed by the end of the 19th century, due to the mass adoption of Islam by the Ingush.

Every year, since 2008, the Ministry of Foreign Relations, National Policy, Press and Information, as part of respect for the traditions and culture of our ancestors, has been organizing ascents to Table Mountain.

On the southern slope of the mountain there are cave-type rock structures. All the structures will be included in the list of historical and cultural monuments of Ingushetia with official names.

A food fair during the month of Ramadan, organized by the Ministry of Agriculture of Ingushetia on behalf of the Head of the region, was held today in the Jeyrakh district (at the entrance to the village of Jeyrakh).

At the fairs, residents had a good opportunity to buy quality products of local agricultural producers at affordable prices.

There was a wide range of meat and sausage products, grain, types of seasonal fruits and vegetables.

On March 18, 2025, employees of the House of Culture of the village of Dzheyrakh, together with employees of the State Budgetary Educational Institution "Secondary School - Kindergarten of the village of Dzheyrakh named after I.S. Lyanov" held a conversation with students of grades 4-7, dedicated to the 255th anniversary of the unification of Ingushetia with Russia.

22.03.2025 The Cultural House staff held a clean up on Saturday, took out the courtyard and the surrounding area.

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Jeirakh District is an administrative district within the Republic of Ingushetia, Russia. The district is located in the mountainous part of the republic and occupies a significant territory along the Main Caucasus Range. Jeirakh district is famous for its natural beauty, unique culture and historical monuments.

The main characteristics of the district are:

1. Geography: The district is located in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains, which makes its climate temperate continental with cool summers and relatively mild winters. The mountainous terrain abounds with gorges, rivers and forests, which creates a picturesque landscape.

2. Population: The population of the Jeyrakh District is predominantly Ingush. They are the indigenous people of the region, who have a rich history and cultural traditions. Representatives of other peoples of the North Caucasus also live in the district.

3. Culture and History: The Jeyrakh district is known for its ancient tower complexes, which are unique monuments of medieval architecture. These towers were built in XII-XVI centuries and served as both defense structures and dwellings. The most famous complexes are located in the villages of Erzi, Targim, Khamkhi and Egikal.

4. Tourism: Due to its natural beauty and historical sights, the Jeyrakhsky district attracts tourists. Here you can enjoy hiking in the mountains, visit ancient towers and learn more about the culture and traditions of the local population.

5. Economy: The economy of the district is based on agriculture, especially livestock and crop production. Tourism development also plays an important role in the economy of the district.

6. Administrative division: The Jeyrakh District includes several rural settlements, each of which has its own administration and infrastructure.

The Jeirakh District is an important cultural and historical center of Ingushetia, attracting the attention of both Russian and foreign tourists.

We invite all residents of the Jeyrakh District to join the annual All-Russian Cleanup Day!

On April 26, we unite for a common goal - to make our village cleaner and cozier. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the improvement of our native land and spend time in the fresh air together with friends and neighbors.

Come as a family, bring your colleagues and acquaintances - every participant is important! We will take care of green spaces, clean the streets from garbage and create comfortable living conditions.

By the way, on April 26, at the Saturday cleanup you will be able to meet volunteers who will help you vote. This year we are choosing territories and design projects, the improvement of which will be realized in 2026.

In the vicinity of the village of Morch, one can find the foundation stones of the eighteenth-century core-shaped mausoleum Yarych-Kash (Yarych's Grave), built over the grave of a brave leader of the local military detachment named Yarych.

In 1944 the mausoleum was destroyed. Folk memory preserves narratives (Anthology of Ingush folklore. Vol. 7. Ingush legends) associated with this hero, in particular, emphasizing his courage: "Yerezhev Yarazh stood at a post and guarded people from the attack of robbers, who usually captured and sold people. When Yerezhev Yarazh stood on the post, people slept peacefully, because they knew that he was vigilantly guarding them. When it was time for Yarazh to leave his post and rest at home, seven men were put on guard duty instead of him, because he was such a remarkable man.

Ingush swimmers won 27 medals at a tournament dedicated to the Day of the Revival of the Balkar People. The competition was held in the village of Kashkhatau in Kabardino-Balkaria.

Ingushetia was represented at the tournament by 13 swimmers under the leadership of the President of the Swimming Federation of the Republic Amerkhan Malsagov. The greatest number of medals came from the individual achievements of the athletes. A special contribution to the victory was made by relay teams, which took first places in various age groups and swimming styles.

In total, the athletes won 14 gold, 7 silver and 6 bronze medals. The swimmers confirmed a high level of preparation, testifying to the significant progress in the development of swimming in the Republic.

The national travel portal has opened a new tourist route in Ingushetia “In the Land of Towers and Legends”.

The journey will start from the capital of the Republic - the city of Magas. The route will include significant historical points: the Vovnushki castle complex, which became a finalist in the “Seven Wonders of Russia” contest, the Targim Basin with the tower ensembles of Egikal, Khamkhi and Targim, Tkhaba-Yerdy - one of the oldest Christian churches in Russia, as well as the Tsei-Loam pass, which offers views of Mount Kazbek and the Jeyrakh Canyon. The trip will be finished with a rest at the all-season resort “Armkhi”.

On April 10 in the office of the institution, village. A field meeting was held on April 10 in the office of the institution, village Nizhny Ozdik, Jeyrakhsky district, where they discussed the plan of activities for the current spring and summer season.

The meeting was held by the acting director of the museum-reserve A.A. Sampiev. It was attended by the head of the department to ensure the preservation of monuments Gurazhev Z. M. and inspectors of the department.

It was noted that in connection with the beginning of the vacation season and mass departure of residents to mountainous areas, inspectors need to strengthen measures to protect and preserve monuments of antiquity, to conduct sanitary cleaning, adjacent areas.

Special attention was paid to the ongoing work on the preservation of historical and architectural objects on the territory of the museum-reserve.

Also one more important direction of work - identification and accounting of previously unaccounted monuments of architecture. A.A. Sampiev noted the relevance and systematic nature of this direction.

Concluding the meeting, the head of the institution listened to the comments and suggestions made by the participants of the meeting and promised to take them into account in future work.

On 12.04.2025, the Republican festival of amateur folk art “Glory, My Fatherland!” took place in the House of Culture of Ekazhevo village. This year it is timed to the 255th anniversary of Ingushetia's unification with Russia. This is one of the main events of April in the cultural life of Ingushetia.

The festival has long been a true guardian of the spiritual traditions and moral values of the Ingush people. This large-scale creative forum not only gathers talented children and young people, but also becomes a guiding star for them in the world of art and culture.

Yasmina Buruzheva, a pupil of the House of Culture of Lyazhgi village, also performed at the festival, reciting the poem “Dai-Mokhk” by Kapiton Chakhkiev, and was awarded a diploma of the forum participant.