The Punjab Cabinet has approved a change in the dates of Basant 2027 in Lahore. According to the new schedule, Basant will be celebrated in the city on March 12, 13 and 14, while the previously scheduled programme for January and February will be replaced by new dates.
According to media reports, earlier the Punjab government had announced to celebrate 10 days of Basant in Lahore from January 29 to February 7, 2027. However, under the latest decision, the duration of the celebrations has been limited to three days.
The Deputy Commissioner of Lahore had sent a summary to the Punjab Home Department for the change in the dates. The Home Department presented this proposal to the provincial cabinet for approval, after which the new schedule was approved.
The Lahore district administration had earlier announced the dates of March 12 to 14 for Basant 2027. Now, after the approval of the provincial cabinet, this schedule has become a final administrative decision.
Basant is considered one of the traditional cultural events of Lahore. In view of the participation of citizens on this occasion, the rules of kite flying, public safety and administrative preparations will gain importance. According to the district administration, it will be necessary to implement the rules for safe kite flying during the festival.
After the announcement of the new dates, citizens and relevant business circles will have to keep the March schedule in mind for their preparations. Implementation of restrictions and safety instructions related to kite flying during Basant will be important for the safe conduct of the events.
