LHC Ends Challenge to Punjab's 10-Day Basant in 2027
Justice Shahram Sarwar Chaudhry closed Shahid Islam's case after the Lahore High Court found no official notification for Basant Festival 2027's planned 10-day run.
The Lahore High Court dismissed citizen Shahid Islam's petition against Punjab's proposed 10-day Basant Festival 2027.
Justice Shahram Sarwar Chaudhry held the challenge premature without an official government notification.
The government has publicly indicated celebrations from 29 January to 7 February 2027; the court did not rule on whether the festival should proceed.
The petitioner had sought to limit the event to one day, citing safety and rights concerns, including an alleged 17 deaths in 2026 that remain unproven in court.
The court indicated a fresh petition could be filed once a certified notification is obtained.