Key Takeaways
- Punjab Housing and Urban Development Minister Bilal Yasin has directed beautification plans for the Basant Festival.
- Major roads, entry points, and heritage sites will be decorated with themed floats, vibrant lighting, and floral displays.
- Traditional food stalls and cultural exhibitions will be set up to celebrate the city’s heritage.
Punjab Housing and Urban Development Minister Bilal Yasin has ordered a grand beautification plan for the upcoming Basant Festival in Lahore, aiming to enhance the city’s cultural vibrancy.
The plan, supervised by the Parks and Horticulture Authority (PHA), involves decorating major roads, entry points, and heritage sites with themed floats, vibrant lighting, and floral displays.
During a meeting on Wednesday, PHA Director General Ahmad Usman Javed provided a detailed briefing on the festival arrangements, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive decorative measures.
Minister Yasin highlighted that the festival will feature special floats and cultural exhibitions, with traditional food stalls and live performances by renowned musicians and artists.
The aim is to showcase the colors of Basant in the Walled City of Lahore and provide citizens with healthy, quality entertainment, reviving the city’s cultural heritage.
According to the Minister, proposals have been sought for organizing a grand cultural festival that will highlight the traditional food and music of Lahore.
The PHA will ensure that all decorative and beautification measures are implemented across the city, with the festival set to take place soon.
The Minister stressed that the festival will be a significant cultural event for the citizens of Lahore, celebrating the city’s rich heritage and traditions.
