Lahore's Basant Kite Festival Returns After Ban

After a 17-year ban due to safety concerns, Lahore's traditional Basant kite festival has resumed this month with new safety measures and public excitement.

19 Feb, 05:00 — 19 Feb, 05:00

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Postcard from Pakistan: after two decades, kites return to the skies above Lahore

Banned in 2007 following a spate of accidents, the city’s Basant kite festival resumed this month amid stricter safety measures — and much excitement

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Lahore's Basant Kite Festival Returns After Ban

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Postcard from Pakistan: after two decades, kites return to the skies above Lahore

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