Punjab Government Decides to Celebrate Basant Annually After Ensuring Safety in Lahore

Lahore: The Punjab government has decided to celebrate Basant every year after declaring the event safe and successful in Lahore, following strict security measures and coordinated efforts by law enforcement agencies.
According to official sources, the provincial government had issued strict instructions to security institutions to ensure a safe Basant, with a particular focus on preventing incidents linked to kite flying and hazardous materials.
Authorities said that effective enforcement, surveillance, and preventive measures helped maintain law and order, leading the government to consider making Basant an annual cultural event in Lahore.
Officials added that further policy guidelines will be finalized to ensure public safety, crowd management, and strict compliance with regulations in future celebrations.