Krasnodar Sergey Tokarev has been appointed as the new head of the Russian National Guard’s regional administration for Krasnodar Krai.

“I met with him and with Alexander Reshetnikov, who previously headed the department and will continue his service in a new position in another region. I am grateful to Alexander Vladimirovich for years of effective work for the benefit of the region and wish him success in his new role,” wrote the regional head.

Sergey Tokarev previously held the position of deputy head of the regional administration and is well acquainted with the specifics of the work.

Krasnodar Krai has a population of 6.5 million residents and welcomes approximately 20 million tourists annually. The governor noted that today Kuban is a safe place to live, work, and raise children.

“Maintaining order and protecting important infrastructure facilities is a significant responsibility and a serious burden that falls, among others, on the employees of the Russian National Guard. I am confident that with the new head of the regional department, we will continue to maintain a safe environment in the region going forward,” added the governor.

Krasnodar

Krasnodar is a major city in southern Russia, founded in 1793 by Catherine the Great as a key fortress to defend the empire’s new borders in the Kuban region. It later became the administrative and cultural center of the area, historically known for its Cossack heritage and its role as a vital agricultural and industrial hub.

Krasnodar Krai

Krasnodar Krai is a federal subject and fertile agricultural region in Southern Russia, often referred to as the country’s “breadbasket.” Historically, it was the core of the Kuban Cossack Host, who settled the area in the late 18th century after it was annexed from the Ottoman Empire. The region is also a major tourist destination, famed for its Black Sea resorts like Sochi, which hosted the 2014 Winter Olympics.

Kuban

Kuban is a historical region in southern Russia, located in the fertile valley around the Kuban River. It was historically inhabited by Circassian peoples before being annexed by the Russian Empire in the late 18th century, leading to a strong Cossack presence. Today, it is a major agricultural center known for its unique blend of Russian and Caucasian cultures.