Lahore: (RightNow) The Deputy Commissioner of Lahore has announced that the Basant festival will be celebrated from March 12 to 14, 2027. This year, the festivities will last for three days, marking a revival after a long hiatus.

Punjab’s Information Minister Uzma Bukhari inaugurated the Basant festival at Delhi Gate. Earlier this year, the Basant celebrations were revived after 25 years, taking place from February 6 to 8.

The DC Lahore stated that special arrangements will be made to ensure the safety of citizens during Basant. The government has also issued new regulations for kite flying on this occasion.

Strict penalties will be imposed for violations of kite flying rules during Basant. There is a complete ban on metal, nylon, or glass-coated strings, with fines and imprisonment for offenders.

It is important to note that Basant is a traditional festival celebrated to mark the end of winter and the arrival of spring. The festival usually occurs in February when the weather is pleasant.