LAHORE (Nazrana Times) Ali Imran Chattha 

Lahore is set to come alive with colours, culture and celebration as a 10-day Basant festival is scheduled to be held from January 29 to February 7, 2027.
The festival will showcase Lahore’s traditional spring culture, with kite-flying and other cultural activities planned under a regulated framework.
The celebrations will observe a one-day break on February 5 in connection with Kashmir Day, with festivities resuming afterwards.
Punjab authorities have directed relevant departments to begin preparations well in advance, with a focus on public convenience, traffic management and safety arrangements during the celebrations.
Strict measures will remain in place regarding kite-flying materials, particularly dangerous and prohibited kite strings. Authorities will also monitor the manufacture, sale, transportation and use of restricted materials to minimise risks to citizens.
The 10-day programme is expected to provide residents and visitors an opportunity to experience Lahore’s traditional Basant culture while ensuring that celebrations are conducted in accordance with safety regulations.
Basant 2027 Schedule:
January 29: Festival begins
February 5: Break for Kashmir Day
February 7: Festival concludes