Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree according to which March 28 in Russia is declared the day of national mourning for the victims of the fire in the shopping center "Winter Cherry" in Kemerovo. This was reported by the press service of the head of state.

In this regard, in the cultural institutions of the Republic of Bashkortostan all concerts, performances and other entertainment events are canceled.

The corresponding assignment was sent to the regions by the Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation Vladimir Medinsky:

"In connection with the announcement on March 28, 2018 in the Russian Federation of mourning for those killed as a result of the fire in the Kemerovo region, the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation recommends that all circus events be canceled, and also refrained from carrying out activities that are entertaining," the telegram reads Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation.

Recommendations extend to the subordinate Ministries of Culture of Russia, as well as regional and municipal institutions - circuses, theaters, philharmonic societies, concert halls, museums and other venues.

The corresponding instruction of the Minister of Culture of the RB, A.I. Shafikova is given to the state and municipal cultural institutions of the republic.

Information on the postponement of the canceled events is placed additionally on the websites of cultural institutions.