Milka Hristova, Former Sofia City Council Deputy Chair, Dies at 68

Political Career and Legacy in Sofia

Milka Hristova was a fixture of the Sofia City Council for over a decade. She served between 2011 and 2023 as a representative of the BSP for Bulgaria group. During the period from 2015 to 2023, she held the position of deputy chair of the Sofia City Council.

Her work in the local parliament focused on the committees for health care, social policy, and economy. Beyond her committee assignments, Hristova was known for her meticulous preparation in the council chamber. Boris Bonev, leader of the “Save Sofia” movement, recalled that Hristova would arrive at meetings with a whole stack of folders. When she took the floor, she was always prepared, citing laws and established practices. Bonev noted that she was so effective that, in practice, no one could contradict her.

Bonev shared a personal anecdote regarding her legislative style: Boré, I always try to be prepared, but I run around for cases and sometimes I don’t manage to prepare as I would like. But I have taught GERB in such a way that just by seeing me with the folders, they listen even when there are completely different things in the folders.

Tributes from Political Figures

The news of Hristova’s death prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the political spectrum. President Iliana Yotova expressed her condolences in a social media statement, describing Hristova as a pillar of strength and a true comrade.

Milka Hristova was support, courage, energy, a true comrade and a great woman. You will be missed! wrote President Yotova.

Boris Bonev credited Hristova with playing a significant role in his own development as a politician. He emphasized that he held her in high regard for her professionalism and erudition. According to reporting, Bonev stated that Hristova represented a different generation of politicians—one characterized by humor, kindness, and respect. She was one of the first municipal councilors I met many years ago and one of the people who left the most lasting mark on my formation as a politician, Bonev stated.

Krum Zarkov, a leader of the socialists, also shared his respects, highlighting her adherence to party values. Deepest condolences to the relatives and the bereaved! For us, the socialists, she was an example. Of loyalty to the idea and of integrity in politics. We will never forget her! Zarkov wrote.

Personal Background and Professional Life

Born on October 5, 1957, in the city of Balchik, Hristova built a professional career that spanned several disciplines. She held a master’s degree in the management of economic activities, a master’s degree in law, and also possessed formal education in pedagogy.

Her son, Georgi, announced the news of her passing on social media. Today early in the morning Milka Hristova left us. I cannot imagine anyone having a better, selfless, honest, caring and loving mother, wife and sister. She lived for others all her life. We will miss you, mother. I believe that you are in a better place and will watch over us, he wrote. As of this report, no public details regarding memorial services have been announced, though political leaders continue to offer their condolences to her surviving family.