Ramzan Kadyrov Sworn in as Chechen Head

The inauguration ceremony of the elected head of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov, took place on October 5 at the State Theater and Concert Hall in Grozny, reports Izvestiya.

The text of the Oath spoken by the head of the Republic was given in both Russian and Chechen languages in the presence of over 800 guests from around Chechnya, Russia and further afield. Among the guests were the leaders of the North Caucasus Federal District, politicians, public figures, Federation Council senators and members of the clergy.

Ramzan Kadyrov vowed to respect and protect the rights and freedoms of Man and citizen, to respect the Constitution of the Russian Federation, protect the Constitution of the Chechen Republic and to faithfully serve the multi-national people.

The elections were held in Chechnya on September 18. Temporary acting head of Chechnya, Kadyrov took part in the elections for the first time. Kadyrov's candidacy received 97.94 percent of votes.

Chairman of the Public Chamber of the Republic, Gairsolt Basayev, Idris Usmanov from the "Growth of the Party," and Sultan Denilhanov of "Fair Russia" also participated as candidates.

Ramzan Kadyrov takes office on the day of his 40th birthday, and at the same time as the capital of the Chechen Republic, Grozny, celebrates its 198th anniversary.

Dimitri Dolaberidze