Russia’s Happiness Index Hits 15-Year Low in April
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- •Russia’s happiness index reached its lowest level in 15 years in April 2026.
- •The state pollster altered its survey methodology in May 2026 to include door-to-door questions about support for President Vladimir Putin.
- •Following the methodology change, President Putin’s approval rating increased according to the state pollster’s data.
- •The happiness index decline was reported on May 12 and May 13, 2026 by the state pollster.
- •The new polling approach started on or before May 15, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Russian government addresses economic and social grievances public dissatisfaction may decrease, potentially stabilizing social conditions and improving the happiness index.
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RUNovaya Gazeta Europe (EN)Russia’s happiness index falls to lowest level in 15 years, state pollster findsREGIONALMeduza (EN)Russia’s state pollster changed its methodology and also started going door-to-door to ask people whether they support Putin. The president’s rating immediately went up.REGIONALMeduza (EN)Russia’s happiness index falls to 15-year low in April, state pollster reports