Day of Mourning in Sarajevo Canton on Monday due to the death of Halid Bešlić

(Patria) - The Government of Sarajevo Canton today adopted the Decision on declaring a Day of Mourning in the territory of Sarajevo Canton on the occasion of the death of the great of Bosnian-Herzegovinian folk music, Halid Bešlić.

The Day of Mourning will be on Monday, October 13, 2025.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina is left without Halid Bešlić

(Patria) - Halid Bešlić (72), the biggest BH music star, passed away today at KCUS. In the last few days, he fought a difficult illness. He was born on 11/20/1953 in the hamlet of Vrapci near Knežina, in the municipality of Sokolac. He grew up on Romanija,

With this decision, the Government pays tribute to Halid Bešlić, whose songs have left an indelible mark on the music scene, shaped generations, and become part of our shared cultural heritage.

The loss of an exceptionally respected artist, who passed away on October 7, 2025, is a great sorrow for all lovers of his music in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the region.

The date of October 13 was chosen because the memorial service and burial of the legendary singer will be held on that day.

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Memorial service and funeral for Halid Bešlić on Monday in Sarajevo

(Patria) - The funeral of Halid Bešlić will be held on Monday after the afternoon prayer at 1:30 PM in front of the Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque in Sarajevo, Faktor has confirmed. After the funeral, burial will take place at the city cemetery

The proposal to declare a Day of Mourning was initiated by the Prime Minister of Sarajevo Canton, after consultations with the leaders of the KS Assembly.

On the Day of Mourning in Sarajevo Canton, flags will be flown at half-mast, and all public entertainment and humorous events will be postponed.

Mourning will also be expressed by a minute of silence at gatherings, holding a memorial session, signing a book of condolences, and in other appropriate ways.

All citizens of Sarajevo Canton are invited to join in a dignified tribute to Halid Bešlić.