Activity has surged at the ‘People-Friendly Sacrificial Animals Market’ on the Northern Bypass ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, with the number of sacrificial animals exceeding 100,000, according to market officials.
Animals from multiple districts, including Sheikhupura, Rahim Yar Khan, and Kashmore, are on display across designated blocks, attracting both traders and families. Visitors, especially children, are seen engaging with the animals and capturing moments on their phones.
Market Administrator Tariq Tanoli said traders are being provided free access to fodder for their animals. He added that uninterrupted power is being ensured through heavy-duty generators operating around the clock. Thanks to enhanced security and a calm environment, the market’s food street is also witnessing heavy footfall, remaining active late into the night.
Two-acre parking area fully operational
According to the parking contractor, a two-acre parking area has been made fully operational. Monthly passes are available for Rs 4,000 for large vehicles and for motorcycles as well.
Parking fees are set at Rs 100 for cars, Rs 50 for motorcycles, Rs 500 for Suzukis, Rs 600 for Shahzad trucks, Rs 800 for Mazdas, Rs 200 for rickshaws, and Rs 500 for load rickshaws. Citizens can also apply for parking passes online.
The number of sacrificial animals brought to the cattle market on Karachi’s Northern Bypass has now reached 100,000. This is the largest cattle market in the country, where cows, bulls, goats, camels, and rams are being sold.
Buyers searching for more affordable options.
Middle-class buyers are searching for more affordable options. In the general blocks, a one-and-a-half-maund animal is available for around Rs 160,000, while a three-and-a-half-maund animal costs about Rs 225,000. The market has a total capacity of 350,000 to 400,000 animals.
This year, the administration has established 20 blocks, including 16 general blocks and 4 VIP blocks. Administrator Faisal Ali said that the market has a capacity of 350,000 to 400,000 animals. Facilities such as water, electricity, sanitation, and veterinary services have been improved.
Animals’ prices extremely high in market
According to reports, animal prices in the market are extremely high. The price of goats ranges from Rs 80,000 to Rs 1.2 million. Small cows can cost up to Rs 1.5 million, while larger animals are being sold for Rs 200,000 to Rs 500,000. Some premium animals are priced in the millions.
Meanwhile, the city administration has approved the establishment of 21 cattle markets across Karachi ahead of Eid-ul-Azha to facilitate citizens, officials confirmed.
According to an official notification, the markets will be spread across multiple districts, including three in Malir, West, and Central; four in Korangi; five in East; two in Keamari; and one in South. Out of the total, four markets will operate permanently, while 17 will be set up temporarily for the Eid season.
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