The Global Dictation of the Ossetian Language was held in educational institutions in the Irafsky District.

To develop and support the Ossetian language as one of the official languages ​​of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania and to strengthen the consolidating role of the Ossetian language in preserving the unity and integrity of the multinational Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, a Global Dictation of the Ossetian Language was held on May 14, 2026, as part of events celebrating Ossetian Language and Literature Day.

Two hundred and forty-seven people participated in the Global Dictation of the Ossetian Language in the Irafsky Municipal District:

155 of them were students;

56 were secondary school teachers;

20 were preschool teachers;

16 were parents.

As part of the national "Family" project, a unified lesson dedicated to the rich traditional culture of the Ossetian people and their family values ​​was held in all schools in the Irafsky District.

The event involved all students, from 1st to 11th grade. The lesson's main goal was not simply to introduce, but to systematize and deepen the children's knowledge of the history, customs, language, folklore, and distinctive art of Ossetia.

Particular attention was paid to centuries-old traditions, inviolable family values, legendary Caucasian hospitality, as well as deep respect for elders and veneration of ancestors.

As part of the "Sport of Russia" state program, an interregional sambo tournament dedicated to the memory of Honored Coach of the USSR Nikolai Zakharovich Kozaev was held on May 7 at the Chikola Sports and Recreation Complex.

Approximately 250 young sambo wrestlers born between 2014 and 2017 from North and South Ossetia competed for the title of best in their age categories.

The tournament's guests of honor included Soslan Makoyev, First Deputy Head of the Irafsky District Sambo Administration; Taimuraz Fidarov, President of the North Ossetian Sambo Federation; and Ibragim Tibilov, Master of Sports of International Class in Combat Sambo.

The head of the regional federation noted the high level of emotion in the bouts and the growing popularity of sambo among children, and thanked the coaches, district administrations, and the Ministry of Sport for developing this traditionally Russian sport. He expressed hope that such competitions will be held more frequently.

As part of the national "Youth and Children" project, a touching recitation competition dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War was held in the Irafsky District on the eve of the great holiday, Victory Day.

Young reciters recited stories about courage, the difficult roads of war, and the long-awaited May of 1945.

Employees of the Irafsky District Municipal Service actively participated in a district-wide cleanup day.

During the event, a significant area in the northeastern outskirts of the village of Chikola was cleared of accumulated trash, dead trees, and wild shrubs. The grass was mown, trees were whitewashed, and the fence around Victory Park was painted.

The district plans to continue the tradition of spring cleanup days, engaging residents in the active improvement of their neighborhoods and public spaces.

The Chikolinsky Rural Settlement Administration staff held a cleanup day at Cemetery No. 1.

As a result of their joint efforts, the cemetery grounds were partially tidied up and cleared of debris.

At the initiative of the "Movement of the First" activists, the Irafsky District Basketball Championship among primary branches was held at the Chikola Sports and Recreation Complex.

The tournament generated great interest among schoolchildren and their mentors. Six teams competed for the title of the strongest, each demonstrating a high level of preparation, team spirit, and a desire to win. The games were vibrant, intense, and truly exciting.

Serving the Beautiful: Cultural Workers Honored in the Irafsky District.

A gala event dedicated to Cultural Workers' Day was held at the Irafsky District Municipal Administration. Words of gratitude were expressed and prestigious awards were presented to those who bring joy to people, preserve traditions, and fill life with vibrant colors.

Robert Khamikoev, Head of the Irafsky Municipal District, presented the assembled guests with Certificates of Honor from Sergey Ivanovich Menyailo, Head of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, and on his own behalf.

"Your work is the soul of our district. Thank you for your inspiration, patience, and dedication to your profession," Robert Khamikoev remarked, congratulating the honorees.

A district football tournament among primary branches of the "Movement of the First" was held in Chikola.

Children born in 2014-2015 took to the field.

The local branch of the "Movement of the First" organized the tournament together with Oleg Nadgeriev, football coach at the A. Fadzaev Children's and Youth Sports School.

The placings were as follows:

1st place - Surkh-Digora Secondary School;

2nd place - Sovetskoye Secondary School;

3rd place - Chikola Secondary School No. 3.

Special mentions were given to the best players:

Best goalkeeper - Batraz Gobeev (Sovetskoye);

Best defender - Vitaly Hekilaev (School No. 3, Chikola);

Best midfielder - Dzambulat Gabeev (Surkh-Digora);

Best Forward: Renat Godzoev (Surkh-Digora);

Tournament Best Player: David Gobeev (Surkh-Digora).

As part of the state program "Education Development," major renovations have begun at a kindergarten in the village of Lesken.

Recently, Aslanbek Gogayev, Deputy Head of the Irafsky District Municipal Administration, and Zalim Kabaloyev, Head of the Education Department, inspected the progress of the work at the site.

The contractor, KAISER LLC, has begun fulfilling the contract. Dismantling work is currently underway at the site.

The major renovations will include: roof replacement; replacement of all utility systems; replacement of window and door units; and complete interior finishing.

Completion of all work is scheduled for November 30, 2026. The district administration is personally monitoring the renovation progress.

The first meeting of the Young Voters Club was held at the Lesken Model Library in the Irafsky District.

The meeting was moderated by Alina Eleeva, Chairperson of the Irafsky District Territorial Electoral Commission. Elvira Tuskaeva, Chairperson of the District Territorial Electoral Commission, actively participated in the dialogue with the youth.

The meeting culminated with the visit of Zhanna Morgoeva, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania. She came to personally meet the young voters and support their first step into the world of electoral law.

The young voters took a quiz to test their knowledge of electoral law, followed by an important vote. The club members chose the name "Voice of the Youth."

The first meeting concluded with the ceremonial handover of the club's symbol. This was a commemorative cup bearing the club's name and founding date. It will remain in the library and be passed down from member to member.

Last Wednesday, a working meeting was held in the Irafsky District between the chairman of the Road Administration Committee of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, Tariel Soliev, and residents of the district, heads of rural settlements, and the district administration.

The discussion focused on the problems of repairing and maintaining regional roads in the Irafsky District.

During the meeting, a number of specific issues were raised. For example, a resident of the village of Lesken raised the problem of difficult winter travel on the Chikola-Lesken road during snowfalls. Residents of Khaznidon requested the installation of bus shelters at three locations for the convenience of passengers. The head of the Stur-Digorsky rural settlement drew attention to the need for lighting on the section of the road near the FAP and the installation of additional road signs for safety. The head of the Akhsarisarsky settlement asked for repairs to be organized on Dzoblaev Street.

Issues requiring a comprehensive approach were also raised: the head of the Chikolinsky rural settlement raised the problem of cattle being driven across the regional road, where a metal guardrail is installed along the carriageway. Questions were raised about the prospects of building a paved road from Verkhniy Zgid to Kamunta and about the construction of a parking lot for tourists in Kamunta on the initiative of the head of the Galiat settlement.

After listening to all the appeals, Tariel Tazaretovich took them under control and gave specific instructions. On the Chikola-Leskhen road, the contractor was instructed to intensify work on problem areas. Repairs to Dzoblaev Street are planned for this year. Issues requiring further consideration, such as cattle grazing and parking for tourists, will be resolved in consultation with specialists from the district administration. As for the new road to the village of Kamunta, its design is planned for 2027 with a view to its subsequent inclusion in one of the state programs implemented in the republic.

The third annual Lavender Charity Fair, “I Am and I Will Be!”, was held in Vladikavkaz, contributing to the goals and objectives of the national project “Youth and Children.”

This event, organized with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania and the Be Kind Foundation, brings together everyone who is ready to give hope and help to cancer patients in our republic.

The Irafsky District has actively joined in this important work. Education advisors, together with schoolchildren, have created a whole gallery of handmade warmth for the fair: fragrant sachets, cozy knitted items, homemade baked goods, and candles.

Each item sold is a real contribution to the costly treatment of cancer patients in the republic. In this way, education, volunteering, and helping others, which are embedded in the ideology of the national project, have been translated into concrete good deeds.

During a working trip to the Irafsky District, Batraz Gudiev, Minister of Culture of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, held a personal reception for citizens at the district administration.

Residents raised pressing issues: the renovation of the cultural center in Makhchesk, the lack of a piano at the Children's School of Arts, and the need for a minibus for the cultural center in Chikola.

The minister took all the issues under his control. Thus, it was decided to address the issue of major repairs to the cultural center in Makhchesk to the Ministry of Construction of the republic as part of the application campaign for the national project “Family.” The issues of purchasing a piano and transport for cultural institutions will also be resolved as a matter of priority.

After talking with the residents of Batraz, Gudiev inspected the District Cultural Center in Chikole, giving a positive assessment of both the level of work of the employees and the condition of the building.

As a result of the implementation of the national project “Infrastructure for Life,” the entrance area to the village of Lesken was improved in 2025.

A key feature of the project is that the residents themselves chose this area for improvement during an All-Russian online vote in 2023. The work was carried out in two stages.

As a result of the improvement, a modern public space for family leisure, cultural events, and walks was created here, covering an area of over 3,000 square meters.

On the eve of Russian Student Day, students from the Irafsky municipal district took part in the All-Russian campaign “Student Landing,” which contributes to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the national project “Youth and Children.”

The educational trip was initiated by the Irafsky District Department of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Students in grades 5-11 from schools in the villages of Aksarisar and Khaznidon went on a trip to the Barbashovo Pole Memorial Complex in the village of Gizel and the Museum of the History of Internal Affairs in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania in Vladikavkaz.

In the last days of December, it is customary to sum up the results of the outgoing year and traditionally honor the best specialists in various fields of professional activity.

Robert Khamikoev, head of the Irafsky municipal district, and Kazbek Gutsunaev, chairman of the Irafsky municipal district assembly of representatives, presented awards to the best specialists in various fields of professional activity in the district administration's meeting hall. The ceremony was a recognition of the merits of those whose conscientious work makes an invaluable contribution to the development of the district.

Congratulating the best of the best, the leadership noted that such specialists are an example for the entire team and set high professional standards.

Last weekend, the second Iraf Wrestling League tournament was held at the Chikola Sports and Health Complex, which contributed to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Russian government's “Sport of Russia” program.

This tournament debuted in February this year and immediately won the hearts of athletes and fans. Its creators are three-time European freestyle wrestling champion among juniors Marat Fadzayev and municipal coordinator of the “First Movement” in the Iraf district Alan Sailaonov.

At the end of the competition, wrestlers from the Irafsky District won championship belts and medals.

Today in Surkh-Digora, the village's long-lived residents were presented with certificates from the Russian Book of Records and one-time payments from the head of the republic.

On July 5, Surkh-Digora was entered into the Russian Book of Records for “The largest number of long-lived residents living simultaneously in one village in Russia,” becoming the only village in Russia to be entered into the register of achievements three times.

The initiative to include the long-lived residents of Surkh-Digora in the Russian Book of Records and to provide one-time payments from the head of the republic came from Oleg Marzoev, deputy head of the Surkh-Digora rural settlement.

The creative team of the Surkh-Digora Cultural Center prepared a concert for recipients of social services from the home care department No. 3 of the Iraf District Social Services Center.

The audience highly appreciated the vocal skills, greeting each composition with friendly ovations. The event became a real celebration, giving many pleasant emotions and a feeling of unity.

Astemir Tavasiev, a member of the Youth Parliament of the Republic of South Ossetia-Alania from the Irafsky District, held two events for students of the S.K. Karaev Secondary School in the village of Lesken: an educational lecture on prominent natives of Ossetia and an interactive quiz on the history of Ossetia.

Through this lively lecture and engaging quiz, the students were able to gain a new perspective on the historical heritage of Ossetia.

On December 13, the Chikola Sports Complex hosted a freestyle wrestling tournament for boys born in 2009-2010 .

About 100 athletes from various sports schools in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, districts of the republic, and the Republic of Tatarstan took part in the competition.

According to the results of the competition, the winners and prize-winners from the Irafsky district were: Amir Marzoev (42 kg), David Dzatuev (48 kg), Rustam Dzgoev (48 kg), and Artur Gulcheev (60 kg).

The boys were awarded medals, certificates, and championship belts.

Holding a tournament of this level makes a significant contribution to the development of children's and youth sports, serves to continue traditions, and identify new talents.

The municipal stage of the volleyball competition among school teams for the Cup of the Head of the Republic of South Ossetia-Alania took place in the Irafsky District, which contributes to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the state program “Sport of Russia.”

The tournament was held from November 27 to December 4 at the secondary school in the village of Surkh-Digora.

During the busy program, the young athletes demonstrated high levels of training, confident play, sportsmanship, and a genuine passion for volleyball. All matches took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, becoming a real celebration for participants and fans alike.

The water utility is upgrading the water supply system in Khaznidon.

Specialists from the Irafsky section of the Vladikavkaz water utility will lay 1,250 meters of new polyethylene pipes to provide the village with an uninterrupted water supply, and will also install shut-off valves.

The Beslan Sports and Health Complex hosted the RSO-Alania Armwrestling Championship for boys and juniors, in which more than 400 young athletes from all over North Ossetia took part.

The competitions were held as part of the state program “Sport of Russia.” The tournament was organized by the Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania in conjunction with the Republican Armwrestling Federation.

The Irafsky District was represented at these competitions by members of the Urozhay sports association, led by coach Valery Andreevich Karaev.

The young athletes demonstrated a high level of training and won a number of prizes.

A presentation of the book “We Shielded Our Motherland with Our Bodies” was held in the meeting hall of the Irafsky District Local Government Administration. The event was organized in accordance with the plan to prepare for the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 in the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania.

The event was attended by the head of the Irafsky municipal district, Robert Khamikoev, the deputy head of the Irafsky District Administration, Aslanbek Gogaev, and the chairman of the Assembly of Representatives of the Irafsky municipal district, Kazbek Gutsunaev.

Among the guests of honor were Valery Getsaev, Chairman of the Council of Veterans of Vladikavkaz, RSO-A; Enver Khokhoiti, member of the Union of Writers and Union of Journalists of the Russian Federation, poet, and prose writer; and Timur Kardanov, head of the Rodina patriotic club.

The event was organized by the Iraf District Administration and the Archive Service of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania.

The tenth anniversary of the All-Russian campaign “The Great Ethnographic Dictation” took place in Makhchask.

The event brought together residents of nearby villages, representatives of the Irafsky District Administration, the Ministry of National Relations of the Republic, and guests from Vladikavkaz.

The event began with welcoming remarks, in which officials emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting the unique ethnographic heritage of our multinational country.

For 45 minutes, participants answered 30 test questions on the culture, history, art, and everyday life of the peoples of Russia.

The Great Ethnographic Dictation project allows participants not only to test their knowledge, but also to learn something new about the traditions that have been created over centuries on the territory of our homeland.

As part of the national project “Youth and Children,” first-graders from the school in the village of Lesken took an exciting journey into the magical world of literature by visiting the school library. The visit was timed to coincide with International School Library Day.

Such initiatives clearly demonstrate how the national project “Youth and Children” creates conditions for the harmonious development of the younger generation, awakening their interest in reading and a genuine love of books from their very first days at school.

A joint commission from the Ministry of Construction of the Russian Federation and the Ministry of Construction and Architecture of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania paid a working visit to the village of Aksarisar in the Irafsky District today.

The commission included Sergey Galyamin, head of the Department of the Ministry of Construction of Russia, Marat Betanov, Minister of Construction and Architecture of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, as well as heads of key relevant departments.

On behalf of the Irafsky municipal district administration, the commission was accompanied by First Deputy Head of the District Administration Soslan Makoev and Head of the Department of Architecture, Construction, and Transport of the District Administration Arsen Kozhiev.

The main focus of the visit was to inspect residential buildings located in the landslide zone on the banks of the Urukh River. Experts found that five residential buildings suffered the most damage as a result of soil displacement. Monitoring shows that subsoil deformations have been recorded here since 2017 and continue to progress.

To address this issue, the Irafsky District Administration, with the support of the Republican Ministry of Construction, has been working since 2019 to include these properties in federal programs aimed at resettling citizens from emergency housing.

Following the visit, the Russian Ministry of Construction made a key decision to develop a special mechanism to speed up the provision of assistance to residents and ensure their prompt resettlement from dangerous houses.

As part of the national project “Family,” a film screening dedicated to All-Russian Father's Day was held at the District Palace of Culture in the village of Chikola.

Father's Day is a holiday designed to express gratitude to men who play one of the most important roles in the family and society. It is a day when we particularly feel the value of a father's wisdom, care, and love.

The audience was shown a classic of Soviet cinema, the film “The Soldier's Father.” The film tells the story of the deep, selfless love of a father who is ready to go through all the trials of war to find his son. This story is a powerful reminder of the strength of parental love, sacrifice, and fortitude.

Such events, held as part of the national project “Family,” make culture more accessible to residents of different regions and also serve to strengthen family values through art. Viewing and discussing a film that explores the theme of fatherhood allows us to reflect on the role of the father as a protector, support, and moral guide.

On October 22, Eldar Afashokov, Acting Chairman of the Committee on Press and Mass Communications of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, paid a working visit to the Irafsky District.

He met with Robert Khamikoyev, Head of the Irafsky District, to discuss the role of municipal media and ways to develop it.

During a visit to the editorial office of the Iraf newspaper, he spoke with Editor-in-Chief Madina Khotsaonova about increasing circulation, expanding the audience, and solving problems with delivery of the publication to residents.

Eldar Afashokov emphasized the importance of rapid response in the republic's information field.

As part of the national project “Family,” an event called “Iron Fandyr” was held at the district cultural center in the village of Chikola, dedicated to the 166th anniversary of the birth of the founder of Ossetian literature, Kosta Levanovich Khetagurov.

The central event of the day was a recitation contest, in which the immortal lines of the poet were recited, with each participant putting their heart and soul into their performance. It was clear that for them this was not just a competition, but a sincere, profound dialogue with the legacy of their great compatriot.

The participants' performances were evaluated by a distinguished jury, which included true guardians of Ossetian culture - workers in the field of culture and education in the republic.

As part of the national project “Family,” students from the village of visited the North Ossetian State Academic Theater named after V.V. Tkhapsaev in Vladikavkaz, where, as part of the Pushkin Card program, they watched the famous play Fatima, based on the poem of the same name by the Ossetian classic Kosta Khetagurov.

The play, which tells the story of a dramatic fate and strength of spirit, made a deep impression on the children, allowing them not only to enjoy the powerful acting and direction, but also to take a fresh look at their native literature.

This event was a real celebration of art and a wonderful opportunity for the children to experience the world of theater.

Such events are the practical embodiment of the main goal of the national project—they create all the conditions for the harmonious and comprehensive development of children and young people from different parts of our country, awakening in them a keen interest in art, creativity, and their own cultural heritage.

A working meeting was held at the district administration to discuss issues related to the preservation of the unique natural environment and the development of settlements in the Alania National Park.

The meeting was attended by the head of the municipal formation Robert Khamikoyev, the director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution “Zapovednaya Ossetia-Alania” Evrik Marzaev, his deputy Akhsarbek Fadzayev, as well as representatives of Rosreestr and relevant specialists from the administration.

The reason for the meeting was a mutual interest in preserving the natural heritage of the Digorsky Gorge while taking into account the interests of local residents.

The meeting participants discussed land use issues and outlined a number of specific measures to improve joint work:

· Optimization of contractual work;

· Introduction of environmentally friendly technologies;

· Professional assessment of land plots;

· Coordination of control and supervisory activities.

The meeting resulted in an agreement to develop specific mechanisms for cooperation. All participants agreed that only through joint efforts can the fragile balance between the development of the territory and the protection of its unique nature for future generations be preserved, doing everything possible to ensure that the Digor Gorge remains one of the most beautiful places in our region.

On October 10, 2025, the District Palace of Culture in the village of Chikola will host a creative evening with Ruslan Omarbievich Babochiti, a folk poet of Ossetia, member of the Russian Writers' Union, and winner of the Yabloko Nartov national award.

The event will begin at 1:30 p.m.

Admission is free.

Volunteers will hold an environmental campaign called “Water of Russia” in the mountain village of Faraskatta and clean up the banks of the Aigamugidon River. The event will be held in support of the national project “Environmental Well-being.”

The campaign is organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania in conjunction with eco-volunteers.

International Day of Older Persons was celebrated in social institutions in North Ossetia.

Heads of structural divisions of the ministry visited district comprehensive social service centers to talk to residents and share the festive mood with them.

Social workers from the home social services department No. 1 of the Irafsky District Social Services Center congratulated social service recipients on the Day of Older Persons.

As part of the national project “Youth and Children,” students from the lower grades of School No. 1 in the village of Chikola visited the district children's library.

The children looked at the shelves with interest, familiarized themselves with the thematic sections, and discovered a whole world of fantasy and adventure. The “Space” section made a particular impression—the children's eyes lit up when they were offered the chance to choose books they liked to read at home.

For many of the children, this visit was an important and memorable event—the first step toward choosing literature independently. It is precisely such vivid moments that awaken genuine interest and form a true, deep love of reading that lasts a lifetime.

The national project “Youth and Children,” within the framework of which this significant visit took place, helps to create modern and comfortable conditions for the development of young readers, opening up new horizons of knowledge and creativity for them.

A meeting of residents of the Galyat rural settlement was held in the village of Kamunta. The event was attended by representatives of the district administration and supervisory authorities: Deputy Head of the Irafsky District AAs part of the national project “Family,” creative groups from the District Palace of Culture in the village of Chikola performed at the high-altitude recreation center “Porog Nebo” last weekend. The event was part of a systematic effort to strengthen family values and organize accessible cultural leisure activities.

The artists presented guests and residents of the republic with a program of original performances that allowed them to immerse themselves in the cultural traditions of Ossetia.

The national project “Family” focuses not only on material support, but also on strengthening spiritual ties. Regular concerts by creative groups from the District Palace of Culture make an important contribution to this work, clearly demonstrating how art unites people and contributes to creative development.dministration Aslanbek Gogaev, Deputy Head of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Irafsky District Vladimir Makoev, Head of the Irafskaya SBZH State Budgetary Institution Artur Tuskayev, as well as other specialists from the district administration.

Sergey Karginov, head of the settlement, presented a report on the work done over the past period to those gathered.

During the meeting, topical issues of the territory's development were discussed. In particular, residents and government officials discussed:

road improvements;

the organization of veterinary care;

prospects for the development of rural tourism;

water supply problems;

land resource issues.

Representatives of the district administration and services provided comprehensive explanations on the spot for a number of issues. For other, more complex issues, it was decided to carry out additional work with subsequent monitoring of implementation.