Earlier, the Punjab government had announced holidays across the province on 6 and 7 February for Busant. Following this, Lahore High Court administration suggested to Chief Justice Aalia Neelum to close the courts for two days. However, the Chief Justice rejected the proposal and decided to keep the courts open. She confirmed that normal hearings will take place in Lahore High Court on both days.

Busant will officially begin in Lahore on Friday. The government has permitted the festival in Lahore only from 6 to 8 February. Meanwhile, preparations for the festival have already boosted the market. Over Rs1,22,00,000 has been spent on gudi (kite strings) sales so far. One-and-a-half-tava gudi is sold at Rs700, one-tava at Rs400, and half-tava at Rs300, while two-pieces of special kite are priced between Rs12,000 and Rs15,000.

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Shops in areas like Mochi Gate Market, Islampura, Sandha, Samanabad, Nonariyan, and Achhara continue selling kites and strings and festival supplies. Citizens are visiting in large numbers to buy items for the festival.

Even during festive times, courts in Lahore remain active, showing the importance of judicial work. The busant festival has created a surge in market activity, with citizens spending heavily on kites and related items. The combination of legal continuity and vibrant festival markets reflects a balance between civic duties and cultural celebrations.