(ANSA) - ROME, DECEMBER 05 - Russia has "a huge army" of civilian volunteers made up of 21 million people.
This was stated by President Vladimir Putin, quoted by Tass, on the occasion of Volunteer Day.
Putin spoke of those civilians who serve to help the most needy part of the population.
"It is difficult - said the president - to find words for those who altruistically, following their hearts, help seriously ill people, participate in the organization of sporting events, help keep order, take care of nature and devote a significant part of their their lives to others, to those who need this help".
These volunteers in Russia number 21 million, i.e. more than 15% of the population, added Putin, calling them "an army, an immense army".
(HANDLE).