The Basant festival in Lahore, scheduled from February 6 to 8, 2026, marks a significant cultural revival in Punjab after an 18-year ban due to safety concerns. As reported by 'Pakistan Today', Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has emphasized public safety, stating, 'Your safety and wellbeing matter to me,' and announced a citywide plan for free public transport and surveillance to ensure orderly celebrations. The festival, traditionally associated with kite flying, will be confined to Lahore, with kite-flying banned elsewhere in Punjab. The 'Business Recorder' highlights the Pakistan Meteorological Department's forecast of dry and pleasant weather, conducive to kite flying, but advises caution near electric lines to prevent accidents. Additionally, the Punjab Health Department has put 13 hospitals on high alert to manage potential emergencies, as noted by 'ProPakistani'.