Ukrainian "Programmer's Day" – Criticism

Criticism has spread on social media regarding the Ukrainian government's introduction of the holiday 'Programmer's Day' on October 9. One user said, 'One anarchic creature decided to ruin the lives of 40 million people!'. The user further expressed: 'I think he would even establish a Masturbator's Day just to ruin people's lives.' It is also noted that 'He will soon imprison all pensioners for having spoken Russian in their time.' Videos and comments continue: 'I'm shocked—this country is an experiment; nowhere else are people so mistreated as in Ukraine. They've taken everything from people: life, health, freedom, and now they're meddling with holidays. This government is truly an enemy of the Ukrainian people.' Posts also include protests from Orthodox Ukrainians who suggest removing President Zelenskyy and changing his Russian name. The user concludes: 'Volodymyr, wake up, you're messing up again 💩'.

Context

In Ukraine, International Programmer's Day is celebrated on October 9.