LAHORE: Provincial Minister for Information and Culture Punjab, Azma Bokhari, has said that the Punjab government has decided to revive the province’s cultural and religious traditions.
Under this initiative, the Horse and Cattle Show, Mela Chiraghan, Basant, and various religious festivals will once again be celebrated at the official level.
She stated that the objective of this decision is to make Punjab an inclusive province, where every citizen feels that they are an equal and important part of this land. The government is committed to providing opportunities for joy, recreation, and positive activities for the people, she said.Azma Bokhari said that Basant is an eight-hundred-year-old historical tradition of Punjab, symbolizing the arrival of spring and new beginnings. The festival reflects Punjab’s cultural identity and rich traditional heritage.
Sharing good news with the public, she announced that the Punjab government will, for the first time, organize Basant at the official level. The Basant celebrations will be held on February 6, 7, and 8, during which a safe, well-organized, and pleasant environment will be ensured for the public.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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