How Basant became Lahore’s signature festival in Pakistan
Summary
Basant is a spring festival known for kite flying, celebrated in Lahore, Pakistan. After almost two decades, the festival made a return, with people enjoying kite flying from rooftops. The festival has its roots in Punjab's cultural history and marks the coming of spring.Key Facts
- Basant is a spring festival celebrated with kite flying.
- The festival returned to Lahore after nearly 20 years.
- People celebrated by flying kites from rooftops.
- Basant originates from Punjab's cultural traditions.
- The word "Basant" comes from Sanskrit, meaning "spring".
- Maharaja Ranjit Singh institutionalized Basant during the 19th-century Sikh Empire.
- The festival coincides with the spring harvest in Punjab.
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