Key takeaway: A good Basant party in 2027 means a secured roof, legal kites and QR-coded dor, supervised children, normal-volume music, good food — and no firing, alcohol or DJs. As host, you are legally responsible for your premises.
One week before
- Inspect walls and grills; repair weak spots.
- Clear the roof of loose objects and mark the edges.
- Fit safety rods on family motorcycles.
- Plan your guest list — don’t overcrowd the roof.
Buying kites and dor
- Buy only from registered sellers (look for the certificate).
- Choose Patang (max 35″ × 30″) or Gudda (max 40″ × 34″).
- Buy cotton dor as a QR-coded pinna; never a charkhi.
- Keep receipts in case of inspection.
On the day
- Assign one adult to watch children at all times.
- Keep a first-aid kit, water and sunscreen.
- Play music at normal volume — no DJ systems.
- Tell guests clearly: no weapons, firing, alcohol or drugs.
- Keep emergency numbers (15, 1122) visible.
Food and décor ideas
Go yellow and green: buntings, marigolds and fairy lights. Serve halwa puri in the morning, pakoray in the afternoon and BBQ in the evening. See our Basant food guide for more ideas.
Printable host checklist
| Item | Done? |
|---|---|
| Roof wall/grill checked | ☐ |
| Legal kites & QR pinna bought | ☐ |
| Child supervisor assigned | ☐ |
| First-aid kit ready | ☐ |
| Motorcycle safety rods fitted | ☐ |
| Music at normal volume | ☐ |
Read the full code of conduct before the festival.
