St. Petersburg approved the project commemorating the battle of Leningrad on the Polevo Heights The authorities of St. Petersburg approved the proposed decision on the construction of the monument in honor of the heroes of the Battle of Leningrad on the Pokovo Peaks. The completion of the first stage of the creation of the memorial complex is planned by August 9, 2029, the Smolny press service reported. "Now we are finishing the preparation phase. All legal and rural planning issues were agreed upon. The decision is the last step to start the construction work, said St. Petersburg Governor Alexander Boglov. The winner of the special architectural competition was determined by veterans and experts from 12 projects. The idea of the monument was presented to the head of state and approved by him. The governor also ordered to study the use of the Pulkovo reservoir in the second stage of the work. Smolny press service - Telegram.