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Basant Festival Lahore 2026: Clear Skies Forecast as Punjab Revives Tradition with Strict Safety Rules

Basant is making a grand comeback in Lahore after 18 years, with the Punjab government lifting the ban under strict regulations to ensure safety. The three-day festival kicks off February 6, celebrating spring with kite-flying, but only cotton strings and permissible sizes are allowed – no metallic manja or oversized kites. Banned in 2007 due to deaths from sharp strings and gunfire, this revival emphasizes caution around electric lines and roads. CM Maryam Nawaz highlighted Basant’s cultural significance, urging Punjabis to embrace their heritage, including speaking Punjabi proudly. The event’s yellow theme symbolizes life’s return, boosting billions in economic activity with hotels booked solid. 0 “LARGE” PMD Weather Forecast and Safety Advisories The Pakistan Meteorological Department predicts dry weather with mostly clear skies for February 6-7, and partial clouds on the 8th – ideal for kite-flying with light winds at 10-15 km/h. Participants are advised to stay vigilant near ...
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Basant Festival Lahore 2026: Clear Skies Forecast as Punjab Revives Tradition with Strict Safety Rules


Basant is making a grand comeback in Lahore after 18 years, with the Punjab government lifting the ban under strict regulations to ensure safety. The three-day festival kicks off February 6, celebrating spring with kite-flying, but only cotton strings and permissible sizes are allowed – no metallic manja or oversized kites. Banned in 2007 due to deaths from sharp strings and gunfire, this revival emphasizes caution around electric lines and roads. CM Maryam Nawaz highlighted Basant’s cultural significance, urging Punjabis to embrace their heritage, including speaking Punjabi proudly. The event’s yellow theme symbolizes life’s return, boosting billions in economic activity with hotels booked solid. 0 “LARGE”

PMD Weather Forecast and Safety Advisories

The Pakistan Meteorological Department predicts dry weather with mostly clear skies for February 6-7, and partial clouds on the 8th – ideal for kite-flying with light winds at 10-15 km/h. Participants are advised to stay vigilant near power lines and traffic. For the full forecast, see PMD’s official tweet. Punjab expanded manufacturing of safe materials to four more districts amid soaring demand. Registered sellers are listed on www.basant.punjab.gov.pk, with over 2500 traffic wardens and 100,000 police deployed across risk zones. 1 “LARGE”

CM Maryam’s Vision for Cultural Revival

During a visit to the Safe City Basant control room, CM Maryam stressed drone monitoring for street activities and SOP enforcement – violations could mean up to 10 years jail and Rs2 million fines. She sees Basant as a pilot for Lahore, potentially expanding if successful, and a chance to showcase Pakistan positively globally. No celebrations outside February 6-8, with entry points monitored for banned items. For more, read Dawn’s full report. 2 “LARGE”


Social Media Buzz on Basant Return

Excitement is building online, with posts highlighting preparations and safety. Check Business Recorder’s post on PMD forecast, Fetch Pakistan’s thread on cultural revival, and Headline Recorder’s video of kite market inspection.


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