The deadline for implementation is set on December 30; violations will be treated as punishable offenses
A giant kite model is displayed at Liberty Chowk on the eve of Basant celebrations. Photo: NNI
The Punjab government on Friday announced new rules and regulations for kite flying for next year’s Basant festival, setting December 30 as the deadline for their full implementation.
Under the new rules, kite flying will only be allowed on structurally strong and safe roofs. Roof boundary walls must be at least three and a half feet high. Overcrowding will not be allowed on rooftops.
Parents and guardians have been ordered to ensure continuous supervision of children, who will not be allowed to approach the edges of the roofs without adult supervision.
Read: 17 lives lost during Basant festival in Lahore, Punjab govt tells LHC
According to a statement, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif emphasized that the safety of children remains the top priority, adding that running, jumping, hanging from edges and aggressively retrieving kites is strictly prohibited.
The use of loud music, DJ systems and noise-generating devices during kite flying has also been prohibited.
Any activity that causes inconvenience to neighbors will be treated as a crime punishable by law.
The availability of first aid kits has been made mandatory at all places, with easy access guaranteed. In case of any accident or emergency, citizens have been advised to immediately contact the 1122 Rescue Service.
In the event of an accident or violation of the law, building owners and event organizers will be personally and jointly liable. The prime minister reiterated that strict legal action will be taken against violators and added that no one will be allowed to endanger lives under the pretext of flying kites.
She directed all deputy commissioners and police officers of the district to ensure full implementation of the regulations.
Read also: Kites in the sky, stories on screen: Basant in Punjabi cinema and music
He also thanked citizens for adhering to safety measures during Basant 2026 and expressed confidence that similar compliance will be seen in 2027.
He urged citizens to follow all safety precautions, assuring them that the government supports them to celebrate Basant safely.
