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.
