Death of Mohammad-Hossein Shahriar (Iranian poet), Shahrivar 27. Mohammad-Hossein Shahriar was a prominent contemporary Iranian poet whose works were written in both Persian and Azerbaijani Turkish. He is especially known for his famous poem "Heydar Babaya Salam," which holds a special place in modern literature and is recognized among Persian and Azerbaijani poetry enthusiasts. The anniversary of Shahriar's death on this date serves as a reminder of his influence on Iranian poetry and culture. This observance provides an opportunity to reflect on his works and their impact on contemporary literature, and in some years, commemorative events are held in his memory.