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‘Magical atmosphere’: Kite fever lights up Lahore as Basant boosts economy

Basant Kite Festival returns to Lahore after decades-long ban, signaling a renewed citywide celebration of spring with kite flying, sweets, music, and rooftop gatherings.
Security and regulatory measures accompany the festival, including licensing for manufacturers and traders to ensure oversight.
Authorities have instituted safety measures to mitigate injuries from kite strings, including helmet and bike-safety requirements for riders.
The festival is celebrated as a spring festival across Punjab in both India and Pakistan, highlighting shared cultural traditions.
Hotel occupancy nears peak levels during Basant, with many rooms priced at premium rates, reflecting strong travel demand.
Kite prices rise during the festival as demand surges, from around 120 rupees to about 300 rupees within a few days.
Kite-string shortages push prices up on the black market, with substandard quality raising regulatory concerns.
Officials emphasize balancing cultural revival with safety, regulation, and responsible participation.
The Basant festival is a major economic boon, driving activity across hospitality, catering, and transportation sectors.
A comprehensive planning framework supported Basant, including transport, security, and post-festival arrangements.
Rooftop bookings, decoration, and symbolic elements like the tallest kite underscore Basant’s cultural spectacle.

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