Punjab Announces Strict Kite Flying Rules for Basant 2027

The Punjab government has announced a new set of strict safety rules for kite flying, specifically for the Basant celebrations scheduled for 2027. This aims to regulate the traditional festival and prevent accidents.

1 May, 11:59 — 1 May, 12:51

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Basant celebrations in Punjab have historically been associated with dangerous practices, including the use of sharp kite strings (manjha) that have caused accidents and fatalities. The government's move to implement strict rules aims to curb these risks and ensure public safety during the festival.

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DawnMostly Factual14d ago

Punjab govt announces new set of rules for kite-flying for next year's Basant celebrations

LAHORE: The Punjab government on Friday announced a new set of rules and regulations for kite-flying during next year’s Basant festival. After nearly two decades, a three-day Basant festival was celebrated in Lahore in February, following Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz’s decision to lift a ban on the cultural event of celebration, colours and kite-flying, with strict regulations. The festival was banned in 2007 because of the increasing number of deaths and serious injuries caused by sharp strin...

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express-tribuneMostly Factual14d ago