An era has ended: Nikolai Pikhtin has died.

An era has ended: Nikolai Pikhtin has died.

      Speaking of Nikolai Pikhtin in the past tense feels strange and painful. Modest and thoughtful, the “grandfather of Vyatka’s internet,” he devoted a great deal of effort to the development of information technologies in our region. Nikolai Pikhtin was always someone with whom one could discuss technological innovations — be it programming languages, the vagaries of working with AI, or politics.

      He remarkably combined many qualities, above all patriotism and a sincere desire to improve the region. That is why he went to work — truly to work, not merely to hold a position — in the Public Chamber of the Kirov Region. He knew a lot and understood much, but he never acted on emotion or made hasty conclusions. Perhaps that is why his opinion was worth its weight in gold, and a conversation with him often put many things in their proper place.

      He understood problems and tasks and could analyze any matter thoroughly. He also helped people — a warm and sincere heart beat in his chest until November 3, 2025, but his mind was cool and as sharp as a razor. This helped him remain true to his principles and be a patriot.

      His passing is truly a loss. Newsler.ru expresses its deep condolences to his family and loved ones.

      Pikhtin, Nikolai Anatolyevich

      Date of birth: November 7, 1956, settlement of Podosinovets, Kirov Region.

      Marital status: married, two children.

      Education: secondary specialized education

      Work experience:

      From 2007 to 2013 — Director of the publishing house “Novaya Press”;

      1991–1993 — Director of the Palace of Culture “Kosmos”;

      1988–1990 — Deputy Director of the association “Youth Leisure”;

      1981–1988 — Chief mechanic of the Palace of Culture “Kosmos”.

      He served as a deputy of the district and city Councils of People’s Deputies.

      Since 2003 Pikhtin N.A. had been a member of KROO “Vyatka Foundation for Cooperation and Development.” He was actively involved in public affairs, organizing and conducting public events.

      Awards:

      Letter of appreciation from the Public Chamber of the Kirov Region (2011) for active participation in and coverage of the First Civil Forum;

      Diploma for 3rd place in the journalists’ competition “Light to Your Home” for 2012.

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An era has ended: Nikolai Pikhtin has died.

On November 3, the heart of Nikolai Pikhtin, the "grandfather of Vyatka's internet," stopped beating. He died four days short of his 69th birthday.