Moscow: There is a notable reduction in the popularity of Russian President Vladimir Putin. A recent survey exposed that Russian youth is not satisfied with the leadership of President Putin. The Russian research institute claimed that the Coronavirus pandemic and the Alexi Navalny arrest are the main reasons for this marked decline.
In the NGO- Levada Centre’s survey, 46% youth from the age group 18 to 24 do not approve the Russian President’s working style. The percentage of dissatisfied youth in the same age group was at 31%. Therefore, the institution has published information that President Putin’s popularity among the youth has declined by 15%.
The irritation and annoyance in this youth have increased due to the Russian government’s policies during the Coronavirus pandemic. The institute has said that the poisoning of Alexi Navalny, who raised a voice against President Putin, and his subsequent arrest are also responsible for this decline in popularity. Last year, there was a lethal poisoning attempt on Navalny. Accusations were made that the Russian government was responsible for the poisoning attempt on Navalny, a bitter rival of President Putin.
A few days ago, Navalny was arrested, immediately on his return to Russia and sent to prison. Navalny supporters and opponents of Putin held two major protests. More than 8,000 people have been detained in the actions taken by the security agencies against the protestors. These include a lot of youngsters. Meanwhile, the Russian security agencies have indicated strong actions against the opponents of Putin. In his message sent to his supporters, Navalny has appealed to overcome fear from the prison. This message from Navalny is claimed to be a major incitement for strong anti-Putin demonstrations.
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