Batu Khasikov

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Batu Sergeyevich Khasikov is a Russian politician, activist and former kickboxer who has served as head of the Republic of Kalmykia since 2019. He previously served as a Russian Federation senator from 2012 to 2014 and as a member of the People's Khural from 2008 to 2012.

Occupation: boxer, karateka, kickboxer, politician
Position held: Head of Kalmykia, member of the Federation Council of Russia
Citizenship: Soviet Union, Russia
Born: June 28, 1980

Overview

Batu Khasikov (born 28 June 1980) is a Russian politician, activist and former kickboxer who has served as Head of the Republic of Kalmykia since 2019. He previously served as a Russian Federation Senator from 2012 to 2014 and Member of the People's Khural from 2008 to 2012. As a former professional kickboxer, he has won multiple world championships. Personal life He was born to an ethnically diverse family, with his father being a Kalmyk and his mother a Tatar. He is a Buddhist. Khasikov is married. He has two children. His wife, Elena Khasikova (maiden name Shchur), is a fashion designer who graduated from the with a degree in hotel management in 2009 and in 2013 from the Lesgaft National State University of Physical Education, Sport and Health with a degree in athleticism.

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Also known as Batu Sergeyevich Khasikov