CM Maryam urges public to celebrate Basant safely

CM Maryam urges public to celebrate Basant safely

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has thanked citizens for their enthusiastic response to Basant festival and appealed people to strictly follow safety measures during the celebration. In an official statement issued from the Chief Minister's Office, she said the permission for Basant was granted only in Lahore for a period from February 6 to 8, while kite flying remained banned in rest of the province. She added that the response to the Basant…

Maryam Nawaz announces Basant 2026 at Liberty Chowk

Lahore is gearing up for a vibrant Basant celebration as Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced the spring festival will be held on February 7 at Liberty Chowk. Through a post on social media platform X, the chief minister invited residents from Lahore and across Punjab to participate in the festivities and embrace the city’s cultural heritage. Maryam Nawaz highlighted the central role of Liberty Chowk, a key venue for major public events,…

Punjab CM boosts security for Basant; announces tougher laws on manhole cover theft

LAHORE: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz announced on Tuesday that a comprehensive monitoring system has been put in place to guarantee the safety of the upcoming Basant festival. During an event held at the Basant control center, she emphasized that security arrangements for the kite-flying event are being strengthened to ensure public safety. Addressing the gathering, CM Maryam clarified that kite flying will be permitted exclusively in Laho…

Punjab Government Cracks Down on Motorcycles Without Safety Rods Ahead of Basant

Lahore authorities have warned that motorcycles without safety rods will face fines and may be impounded ahead of Basant. Safety rods are being installed across the city under the “Safe Basant” campaign, with free rods available at safety camps. Special traffic teams and officers will be on duty to enforce rules and ensure public safety […] The post Punjab Government Cracks Down on Motorcycles Without Safety Rods Ahead of Basant appeared first o…

Kite Flying Allowed Only In Lahore During Thee-day Basant Festival, Clarifies CM Maryam

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz addressing an event at the Basant control room on precautionary measures in Lahore on February 3, 2026. — YouTube/Geo News/screengrab   Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Tuesday clarified that kite flying will be allowed only in Lahore during the three-day Basant festival starting January 6. Addressing an event at the Basant control room on precautionary measures, CM Maryam said that foolproof security arra…

Kite flying banned in areas near Lahore airport

LAHORE: The district administration in Lahore on Monday imposed a ban on kite flying in areas adjacent to the Allama Iqbal International Airport to ensure uninterrupted air operations and the safety of passengers. According to a notification issued by the Lahore deputy commissioner, “Kite flying shall not be permitted in the areas falling within the aircraft approach and take-off paths of Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore during the Bas…