On 1 May 2026 , the Republic of Belarus celebrated Labour Day . For Belhydromet employees, as well as for all Minsk residents and visitors to the capital, this day was truly bright and festive. Traditionally, the Federation of Trade Unions organised May Day gatherings in all regions of the country. The focus was on working people: teams from organisations and enterprises, young people and veterans who continue the best labour traditions. The largest venue for the May Day celebrations was the capital's Victory Park . Members of the Belhydromet staff, led by the Deputy Head of Belhydromet for Ideological Work, Viktoryia Nevadnichaya , also joined the festive events. Guests enjoyed a rich holiday programme: interactive booths run by trade unions from various sectors, workshops, fairs and entertainment for both children and adults. The atmosphere in the park was truly festive – no one had a chance to be bored! Belhydromet specialists presented their achievements at the interactive booth of the Belarusian Trade Union of Forestry and Environmental Management Workers. Each sectoral trade union showcased its best achievements and new developments, demonstrating the skill and creative approach of its employees. Belhydromet proudly represented its sector, showing that the work of meteorologists and environmental specialists involves not only precise measurements but also creativity and care for nature. For Belhydromet, celebrating 1 May together has become a good tradition. Participating in the citywide celebration not only allows staff to relax and recharge with positive emotions but also highlights the importance of the hydrometeorological service's work for the well‑being of the country and its residents. Everyone who came to the holiday left with a cheerful and uplifted mood, as well as unforgettable memories. The Belhydromet team thanks the Federation of Trade Unions for organising such a bright and memorable event and eagerly looks forward to new meetings next year!

On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM, a meeting of the Anti-Corruption Commission will take place in the Belhydromet conference hall (4th floor).

Today, April 30, on the eve of the Labor Day holiday, Belhydromet hosted a round table titled "Meeting of Generations," which brought together representatives of labor dynasties from the state hydrometeorological service in an online format. The event was organized on the initiative of the primary organization of the "Belaya Rus" public association . The event served as a platform to honor families for whom Belhydromet is more than just a workplace – it is a calling passed down from generation to generation. Viktoryia Nevadnichaya , Deputy Head for Ideological Work and Ulladimir Kasyanenka , Head of the International Cooperation Department and Chairman of the "Belaya Rus" public association, addressed the participants with welcoming words. "Good afternoon, dear colleagues, guests, and representatives of glorious labor dynasties! We have gathered here to pay tribute to the families for whom Belhydromet is not just a job, but a life's work passed down from generation to generation. In such families, knowledge, experience, and love for the profession become the living history of our institution. Behind every weather forecast we see on our smartphones, behind every storm warning in the news, lies the meticulous work of hydrometeorological service specialists. Today, we will talk with those who have dedicated decades to this important mission." Ulladimir Kasyanenka added that labor dynasties are not only a symbol of continuity but also an example of patriotism, professionalism, and dedication to the cause. During the meeting, nine dynasties were presented, with a total combined work experience exceeding 600 years. Among them are families where grandparents began working back in Soviet times, and their grandchildren are now mastering digital technologies, automated observation systems, and satellite data. Special attention was paid to women-led labor dynasties – and this is no coincidence. In the Year of the Belarusian Woman , the focus on the fairer sex takes on special significance. Symbolically, young people were also present at the event – the living link between generations and the guarantee of the continuity of these glorious traditions. Each family shared their stories: how their journey into the profession began, what difficulties they faced, and what inspires them to continue working in this field. Many noted that weather is not just a science – it is a calling. Participants discussed how the work of the hydrometeorological service has changed over recent decades. Whereas in the past everything was done manually – taking readings, drawing up forecasts from maps – today modern automated systems, satellite data, and artificial intelligence are used. However, as the senior representatives of the dynasties noted, the key is not the tools, but the responsibility. Young employees, in turn, spoke about how much they value the advice of their senior colleagues, because the experience accumulated over the years cannot be replaced by any program. The round table was not only a tribute of respect but also an opportunity for exchanging experience, mentorship, and inspiration. Many participants noted that such meetings strengthen corporate spirit and help young specialists feel part of a large family. Labor dynasties are not just a beautiful story. They are living continuity, professional ethics, and love for the homeland and nature. Belhydromet thanks everyone who, day after day, stands guard over the country's weather safety, who passes on their knowledge to their children and grandchildren, making our service stronger, wiser and more humane.

On April 28, a large-scale youth bike race dedicated to the celebration of Victory Day took place in the capital. The event, organized by the Minsk City Committee of the Belarusian Republican Youth Union, gathered more than 100 young people who rode along the city's central avenues, proudly displaying the symbols of their country. The participants started from the National Library of Belarus and finished the route at the "Minsk – Hero City" stele . Among the participants was Artemy Grigoriev , an engineer from the Environmental Information Service of Belhydromet, who supported the youth initiative. As part of the bike race, a traditional solemn flower-laying ceremony was held at the "Minsk – Hero City" monument. This symbolic act underscored the importance of preserving the memory of the ancestors' feat, their heroism, and boundless love for the Motherland. The event organizers expressed confidence that such actions help pass this memory down from generation to generation. The youth bike race served as a vivid confirmation of the younger generation's desire to honor their country's history and preserve the eternal memory of those who, at the cost of their own lives, defended a peaceful sky above. Source of photos: Minsk BRSM

On April 27, 2026, Irina Khorovets , Deputy Head of the Radiation Monitoring Service – Head of the Radiation Monitoring Department of Belhydromet, delivered a lecture on the topic "Radiation Monitoring System: From the Chernobyl NPP Accident to the Present Day" for students of an engineering-focused specialized class at the State Educational Institution "Gymnasium No. 21 of Minsk." The event, dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl NPP accident, was organized as part of the Action Plan of the system of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection of the Republic of Belarus. During the meeting, Irina Khorovets presented an overview of the development of the radiation monitoring system in the Republic of Belarus. Special attention was paid to the lessons learned from the Chernobyl NPP accident and how they influenced the formation of the modern monitoring system and radiation safety assurance. The audience learned about the scale of the national monitoring network, the technologies used, data analysis methods, and the role of Belhydromet in continuously tracking the radiation situation. Students of the specialized class had a unique opportunity to become acquainted with the practical side of radiation safety, to learn about the critical tasks facing specialists in this field, and the importance of their work for the protection of the population and the environment. This event became an important step in career guidance work, demonstrating to future engineers the significance of their future profession and the contribution they can make to ensuring the country's environmental safety.

From June 17 to 19 , the III International Exhibition of the Security Industry "National Security. Belarus – 2026" will take place at the Minsk International Exhibition Center (24, Pavliny Medyolki, St.). The event will bring together leading experts and showcase advanced developments and ready-made solutions to strengthen law enforcement agencies and security forces responsible for the nation's national security. The key focus areas of the exhibition will include information and digital security technologies, border protection equipment, special-purpose equipment for fire safety and disaster medicine, as well as solutions in industrial and environmental safety. The organizers are the State Secretariat of the Security Council of the Republic of Belarus, the Administration of the President of the Republic of Belarus and the Republican Unitary Enterprise "National Exhibition Center "BelExpo". Belhydromet will take an active part in the exhibition, presenting the web interface "Hydrometeorology: Into the Future with New Technologies." Visitors will also be able to explore printed materials highlighting Belhydromet's key areas of activity relevant to the event's theme, particularly those related to ensuring environmental safety. The exhibition will serve as a platform for showcasing achievements and exchanging experience in the field of national security.

On April 26, the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident , commemorative events were held in Minsk, as well as throughout Belarus, in honor of the heroes who gave their strength, health, and lives to save millions. Every year on this day, people gather at the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God "Seeking the Lost" to honor the memory of the liquidators of the Chernobyl accident. Among them are veterans, participants in the liquidation efforts, representatives of government agencies, public organizations, and young people. Flowers were laid at the memorial signs "To the Akhvyars of Charnobyl" and "The Peace Stone of Hiroshima" in the Park of Peoples' Friendship by participants in the accident liquidation, representatives of government bodies, public organizations and youth. The event once again underscored that the feat of the liquidators will forever remain in the hearts of the Belarusian people. Among the participants of the commemorative event, as part of the delegation of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection of the Republic of Belarus, was Tatsiana Chatyrka , The First Deputy Head of Belhydromet. Her participation in this event is no coincidence. From the very first hours after the accident, our specialists monitored the radiation situation, provided data for decision-making, and continue to conduct observations to this day. Belhydromet is one of the key organizations that carries the scientific and practical legacy of those tragic days. This day once again reminded us that the feat of the Chernobyl accident liquidators will forever remain in the hearts of the Belarusian people. Belhydromet stands with the people. In memory and in deeds.

On April 25, 2026 , people whose destinies are forever linked to the Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident gathered at the state institution "Scientific and Production Center for Geology" (hereinafter – SPC Geology). Four decades later, this event became a tribute to memory, an expression of the deepest respect for the accident liquidators, and a reminder of the importance of the lessons learned from the tragedy. The feat of the liquidators was honored with a moment of silence. Tatiana Meleshko , Deputy General Director for Ideological Work at SPC Geology, reminded the audience of the scale of the Chernobyl accident that occurred on April 26, 1986. That day became a day of mourning for millions of people, leaving an indelible mark on the history of Belarus and the entire world. Among the distinguished guests were Alexey Stasyukevich , Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection of the Republic of Belarus; Mikhail Kovalenko , Deputy Head of Belhydromet; Vladimir Melnikov , General Director of the state enterprise "SPC Geology"; Yuri Shumsky , Chairman of the Belarusian Professional Union of Forestry and Environmental Management Workers; as well as Evgeny Kriskevich , a representative of the Pervomaisky District Emergency Department of Minsk. Employees of the Ministry of Natural Resources system who participated in the liquidation of the accident's consequences were recognized and named individually, including employees of Belhydromet: Vyacheslav Viktorovich Parfenov, Viktor Vasilievich Sushchenya, Vladimir Leonidovich Samsonov, Lyudmila Alekseevna Guletskaya, Mikhail Antonovich Demyanchuk and Sergei Lvovich Romanov. Their selfless labor, demonstrated under conditions of extreme radiation danger, deserves the highest praise. During the event, a ceremonial awarding of the participant-liquidators took place. Belhydromet employees were presented with honorary certificates and letters of gratitude for their courage and professionalism in the performance of their duty. Among those awarded were also employees of SPC Geology, Belgosgeocenter, and the Republican Center for State Environmental Expertise. Vladimir Melnikov , General Director of SPC Geology, emphasized that geologists played an important role in the liquidation of the accident's consequences – a role not always obvious to the general public – by providing the scientific foundation for the safe execution of work.   Evgeny Kriskevich also delivered a speech, reminding everyone of the decisive role of firefighters in the first hours and days after the explosion and of their courage and professionalism under conditions of high radiation.   Mikhail Kovalenko , Deputy Head of Belhydromet, spoke about the role of Belhydromet's specialists in assessing the radiation situation, highlighting their promptness, professionalism, and ability to place duty above personal safety. Yuri Shumsky , Chairman of the Belarusian Professional Union of Forestry and Environmental Management Workers, noted that the Chernobyl accident served as a lesson for the entire world, teaching us to value safety and care for future generations. After the official part, the event participants went to the Park of Peoples' Friendship to lay flowers at the memorial signs "To the Akhvyars of Charnobyl" and  "The Peace Stone of Hiroshima." The Chernobyl events will forever remain in memory, reminding us of the fragility of the natural world and the invaluable experience we gained in overcoming this terrible accident. Our task is to remember, draw conclusions, and live in such a way that the traces of such accidents remain only on the pages of history. Today, Belhydromet continues its important work of monitoring the radiation situation, preserving and building upon the experience gained during the liquidation of the Chernobyl accident's aftermath.

On April 25, a dialogue platform entitled "Memorial day for victims of radiation disasters" was held at the State Educational Institution "Zolak Palace of children and youth" in Minsk . The event, aimed at raising awareness among students in grades 5–10 about the consequences of radiation accidents and the importance of radiation safety, was attended by Irina Khorovets , Deputy Head of the Radiation Monitoring Service – Head of the Department at Belhydromet. During the meeting, Irina Khorovets told the schoolchildren about Belhydromet's role in the country's radiation monitoring system, emphasizing the need for constant control over the radiation situation. Special attention was paid to the lessons learned from the Chernobyl accident and how this knowledge helps prevent similar tragedies in the future. Topics covered included sources of radiation, its impact on living organisms, and protective measures. The dialogue platform served as an important step in the patriotic and environmental education of the younger generation. Students had the opportunity to ask questions to a specialist, which contributed to a deeper understanding of complex radiation safety issues. Such events help foster a responsible attitude among youth towards environmental protection and personal safety.

On April 24 , a dialogue platform dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident was held at the educational institution "Minsk State College of Automotive Engineering." The event was attended by Irina Khorovets , Deputy Head of the Radiation Monitoring Service – Head of the Radiation Monitoring Department at Belhydromet. The theme of the dialogue, "The Radiation Monitoring System: From the Chernobyl Accident to the Present Day," was chosen for good reason. Irina Grigorievna addressed the college students with the aim of explaining the causes and consequences of the accident, the history of radioactive contamination of Belarusian territory, as well as methods for ensuring personal safety in conditions of potential radioactive exposure. The main focus was placed on the evolution of the radiation monitoring system in Belarus. The expert explained how, after the Chernobyl accident, a radical expansion of the observation network was required, including not only air monitoring but also the monitoring of water resources and soils. Data were presented on the current state of the system, its modern methods and technologies that make it possible to rapidly assess the radiation situation across the entire country. The college students gained valuable information on the principles of radiation safety, rules of conduct in conditions of radioactive contamination, and the importance of regular environmental monitoring. Special attention was paid to how Belhydromet ensures that the public is informed about the radiation situation using various communication channels. The dialogue platform became an important step in raising young people's awareness of the consequences of one of the largest accidents in history and of the measures being taken by the state to ensure the safety of its citizens.