Lahore authorities have finalized a comprehensive security plan for the upcoming Basant festival, dividing the city into red, yellow, and green zones, officials said.
A detailed police report has been submitted to the Lahore High Court. Advocate Azhar Siddique has challenged the kite law and related permission notifications in the court. According to the police report, potential risks for Basant 2026 have been identified based on a decade of data.
Only cotton strings and registered kites will be allowed, while glass-coated, chemical, or metal strings will be strictly prohibited. Each kite and string must have a QR code registration. Motorcyclists are required to wear helmets and use safety wires, and entry into red zones without antennas will be banned.
During the festival, 5,000 free rickshaws will be provided for citizens. Rescue teams, health services, and traffic police will remain on high alert, and strict action will be taken against rooftop drinking, celebratory firing, and other illegal activities.