The National Highways and Motorway Police (NHMP) has issued special safety guidelines for motorists as heavy traffic is expected on motorways and national highways following the conclusion of Eid holidays.
In a statement, the NHMP spokesperson said traffic volume is likely to increase significantly as thousands of travellers return to their home cities after spending the holidays in various tourist destinations across the country.
To ensure safe travel, motorists have been urged to strictly adhere to speed limits and traffic regulations while using motorways and highways. The motorway police also stressed the importance of maintaining lane discipline, staying focused on the road and wearing seat belts throughout the journey.
The advisory further cautioned drivers against travelling while fatigued or drowsy, emphasizing that adequate rest is essential before undertaking long-distance trips.
Authorities said following these safety measures will help prevent accidents and ensure a smooth flow of traffic during the post-Eid travel rush.
It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan recorded a major increase in animal sacrifices during Eid ul Azha 2026, according to new figures released by the Pakistan Tanners Association.
The association has said that around 7.47 million animals were sacrificed across the country this year.
Last year, the number was about 6.97 million. This shows a strong increase in sacrifices during Eid ul Azha 2026, according to the reports.
According to the report, around 2.75 million cows and bulls were sacrificed during the three days of Eid ul Azha 2026.
Goats remained the most sacrificed animals in the country. Around 4.2 million goats were slaughtered nationwide.
The report also said that nearly 500,000 sheep and 25,000 camels were sacrificed during the Eid ul Azha festival.
The Pakistan Tanners Association also announced the latest prices of animal hides for the current season.
Cow and bull hides were priced at around Rs2,200 per piece. Goat hides were valued at Rs600 each.
Sheep hides were priced at Rs100. In addition to this, the camel hides reached around Rs2,000 per piece.
Industry experts said that the leather sector plays an important role in Pakistan’s economy during Eid ul Azha 2026.
Millions of hides that were collected during the festival are used as raw material for the country’s leather industry.
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