Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz announces Basant 2026 celebration at Liberty Chowk
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announces a Basant celebration at Liberty Chowk on February 7, inviting citizens across Punjab to join Lahore’s spring festivities.
Punjab issues special emergency plan for Basant 2026 in Lahore
Punjab issues special emergency plan for Basant in Lahore, deploying over 1,200 rescuers, ambulances, fire vehicles, and motorcycles to ensure public safety during festivities.
Maryam Nawaz calls Basant symbol of Punjab's collective spirit
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz says Basant represents collective spirit, cultural pride and progress, with strict security measures in place to promote a positive image of Punjab.
Punjab provides free public transport during Basant: Marriyum
Punjab government offers free public transport in Lahore from Feb 6–8 and uses AI and drone surveillance to reduce smog, urging citizens to limit private vehicle use.
Lesco submits 27-point plan to LHC for uninterrupted power supply during Basant
A control room will be established at the Data Darbar Division to ensure continuous power supply in the Lahore Walled City.
LHC summons senior officials in Basant-related petitions
During the proceedings, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Lahore and other relevant officials appeared before the court
Kite buying soars as countdown begins for Basant extravaganza
Dozens of buyers could be seen returning home empty-handed or with assurance from the sellers that new supply will arrive soon
CM Maryam announces Basant holiday across Punjab
The chief minister said that people across Punjab would be able to benefit from extended holidays in the coming days
Rooftop owners ordered to submit surety bonds for Basant celebrations in Lahore
To ensure effective monitoring during Basant, the CCPO ordered the formation of special police teams across the city.
Basant buzz returns to Lahore as kite sales officially begin
Authorities have urged citizens to follow safety regulations during Basant celebrations to avoid accidents and ensure a safe festival atmosphere.
Lahorites gear up for Basant as sale of kites begins
In Lahore, 2,246 traders have been granted permission to buy and sell kites and related material
Five-day holiday announced in Lahore ahead of Basant celebrations
The extended break will begin with Shab-e-Barat on February 4, followed by Youm-e-Kashmir on February 5.
Child hurt by kite string in Valencia town, zero tolerance against illegal kite flying
Ten-year-old boy was seriously injured by kite string in Lahore’s Valencia Town; police order CCTV identification of culprits and intensify crackdown on illegal kite flying across city wide!
Permission granted to bring kite-flying items from other districts to Lahore
In Lahore, business activities and storage of kite-flying items will be allowed only at commercial locations approved by the Deputy Commissioner.
Kite twine injures youngster in Gajumata area of Lahore
Rescue teams shifted the youngster, identified as Faisal, to a Lahore hospital for treatment. Rescue sources informed that the injured was in stable condition,
LHC seeks reply from Punjab govt over limited Basant festival
LHC seeks provincial response on Basant festival limited to Lahore, also hears PTI MPA petition challenging ban on song Nik Da Coca and political kite restrictions
Lahore admin issues strict code of conduct for safe Basant
Officials say that the code of conduct will apply strictly to all rooftops and premises used for kite flying during the festival
LHC returns petition challenging ban on images, songs during Basant
The petitioner claimed that the restrictions reflected political malice even in a cultural festival like Basant
Free transport plan finalised for Basant celebrations in Lahore
Under the plan, free transport services will be available on 24 routes across the city
346 hazardous buildings identified in walled city Lahore ahead of basant
Survey in Walled City Lahore finds 346 dangerous buildings ahead of Basant; safety measures and rooftop bans enforced
Azma Bukhari urges not to politicise Basant festivities
Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari says stage-song ban should not be linked to Basant, urges depoliticising the festival, and hopes celebrations conclude peacefully.
Section 144 imposed in Punjab to prevent incitement during Basant
For 30 days, the manufacture, sale, purchase, transportation, and use of kites featuring religious or political designs will remain banned.
Will schools get 10-day holiday in Lahore due to Basant?
Punjab government denies claims of school closures for Basant festival from February 1-10, 2026. No official decision has been made, and no kite-flying activities on school rooftops will be allowed
Basant 2026 in Lahore: Kite rules, bans and safety measures announced by Punjab CM
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz approves a three-day, government-sponsored Basant Festival in Lahore from February 6 to 8.
