Lahore authorities have finalized a comprehensive security plan for Basant 2026 and divided the city into Red, Yellow, and Green zones to manage risks linked to kite flying.
Police submitted the detailed security report to the Lahore High Court (LHC) in response to a petition filed by Advocate Azhar Siddique, who challenged the Punjab Kite Flying Act and the government notification permitting Basant celebrations.
Following court directives, police prepared the security strategy after reviewing ten years of data to assess potential threats and safety concerns.
The report states that authorities will strictly enforce the Punjab Kite Flying Act. Officials will allow only registered kites and cotton strings, while they will impose a complete ban on glass-coated, chemical, and metal strings.
To ensure traceability, authorities will register every kite and string with QR codes. Police will monitor kite flying activities around the clock through drones, social media surveillance, and dedicated control rooms.
The plan also includes strict action against rooftop drinking, aerial firing, and other illegal activities during Basant.
Authorities will make helmets and safety wires mandatory for motorcyclists. They will also restrict entry into Red Zones without protective antennas. To assist citizens, the government will operate 5,000 free rickshaws across Lahore during the festivities.
Rescue services, health departments and traffic police will remain on high alert throughout the Basant period to handle emergencies and ensure public safety.