Ilsur Metshin inspects the accommodation facilities for the visitors of the BRICS summit in the Gaile district

Up to 2000 guests will be accommodated here: volunteers, media representatives and other professionals

Before the BRICS summit in Kazan, two apartment buildings on Bratiya Battalov Street in the Gaile residential area are being prepared to accommodate volunteers, journalists, representatives of the organizing committee, and others. These apartments can accommodate up to 2,000 people. Each apartment is equipped with furniture, house appliances, and can accommodate up to four people. During an inspection, Mayor Ilsur Metshin of Kazan visited the apartments to ensure their readiness for the event.

«We are preparing to welcome visitors of the BRICS summit and will be using a variety of accommodation options. These include not only hotels and guesthouses, but also two new apartment buildings in the Gaile residential area. These buildings can accommodate up to 2,000 people, including journalists, administrative staff, and volunteers. Each apartment is fully equipped with everything necessary, including furniture, kitchenware, a kettle, and a microwave. It is our priority to ensure that all visitors have comfortable working and leisure conditions. The first group has already arrived»,- said Ilsur Metshin, the Mayor of Kazan.

There are 160 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments in one building, and 554 apartments in the other. One of the houses has already been completed, and the second house will be put into operation by 10 October.

The rooms are equipped with a single bed, desk, chairs and wardrobe with safe. The kitchen is equipped with microwave, oven and refrigerator, as well as kettle and dishes, the bathroom provides personal hygiene products. The apartment will be cleaned regularly, bed linen and towels will be changed regularly. A QR code is placed in the apartment, which provides guests with information about the rules of accommodation, useful tips and a map with nearby pharmacies and shops. A shuttle service to the venue will be available as well.

Upon request, guests can enjoy breakfast served by the Food and Social Nutrition Department.

The BRICS summit will take place in Kazan on October 22-24. The Russian chairmanship will continue until the end of 2024.

BRICS was established in 2006 with the participation of Russia, Brazil, India, and China. In 2011, South Africa became a member of the group, and in 2024, Iran, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, and Saudi Arabia joined. Several other countries have observer status within BRICS.

Active preparations are currently taking place in Kazan. The fronts of 38 apartment buildings and other accommodation facilities are being renovated. 5.5 kilometers of utility networks have already been replaced, and 23 out of 29 street sections planned for improvement have been updated. The design of superior rooms in eight hotels is still underway.