It’s been a landmark February for Lahore. The city’s skyline, silent for so long, was finally reclaimed by its beloved kites in a vibrant three-day resurgence of Basant. The spirit of celebration transitioned seamlessly into Valentine’s Day; falling on a Saturday, it provided a grand finale to a week steeped in colour. While shopping malls were draped in crimson flowers and heart-shaped balloons, roadside vendors had a field day, catering to the city’s romantic whirl.