Rawalpindi and Islamabad set up 12 Markets for Eidul Azha
As Eid-ul-Azha 2025 approaches, the administrations of Rawalpindi and Islamabad have set up 12 designated cattle markets to facilitate the buying and selling of sacrificial animals. This move aims to provide a safe, organized, and convenient environment for both traders and buyers while ensuring public order and hygiene.
Key Features of the 2025 Cattle Markets
- Official Designation:
Only approved sites are allowed for animal trading, with strict bans on sales in residential streets or unauthorized locations. Violators face fines, legal action, and confiscation of livestock. - Improved Facilities:
Markets are equipped with essential amenities such as electricity, water supply, temporary shade, and sanitation services. Temporary electrical meters and water tankers are provided, while stallholders must arrange tents and waiting areas. - Security and Management:
The District Council, Rawalpindi Cantonment Board (RCB), and Chaklala Cantonment Board (CCB) oversee operations, ensuring order, cleanliness, and safety. Security arrangements and traffic management plans are in place to prevent congestion and maintain public safety. - Animal Health Checks:
Livestock Department teams will examine animals to ensure only healthy ones are sold. Sick animals will be barred from the markets. - Pricing and Entry Fees:
- Bulls: Rs300,000–Rs1.5 million
- Goats/Sheep: Rs130,000–Rs300,000
- Entry Fee: Rs2,000 (small animals), Rs3,000 (large animals)
- Parking and loading/unloading fees apply for vehicles.
Locations of Major Cattle Markets
Rawalpindi:
- Bhatta Chowk (largest, near Rawalpindi-Islamabad border)
- Rawat
- Adiala Road
- Chakri Road
- Gujar Khan
- Kallar Syedan
- Kahuta
- Kotli Sattian
- Murree
- Taxila
- Behind Lahore High Court Rawalpindi Bench
- Near Sangit Cinema, Mareer Chowk
Islamabad:
- Sangjani
- Sector I-15
- Bhara Kahu
- Lehtrar Road
- Islamabad Expressway
What Buyers and Sellers Should Know
- Animal Arrivals:
Animals are expected to arrive as early as May 15, with official market operations running from May 28 through the second day of Eid. - Hygiene and Safety:
Contractors must maintain cleanliness, provide regular sanitation, and ensure water and shade for animals and visitors. - No Unauthorized Sales:
Authorities urge the public to purchase animals only from official markets to avoid legal issues and ensure animal health and safety.
Benefits of Regulated Cattle Markets
- Organized trading environment for buyers and sellers
- Enhanced public safety and reduced traffic congestion
- Better animal welfare and health checks
- Support for local businesses and service providers
FAQs
Q: How many official cattle markets are set up in Rawalpindi and Islamabad for Eid-ul-Azha 2025?
A: 12 official markets have been established across both cities.
Q: What facilities are provided in these markets?
A: Electricity, water, shade, sanitation, animal health checks, and security arrangements are ensured.
Q: Can animals be sold outside these markets?
A: No, selling animals outside designated markets is strictly prohibited and subject to fines and confiscation.
With these arrangements, Rawalpindi and Islamabad are set to offer a safer, cleaner, and more organized experience for everyone participating in Eid-ul-Azha’s sacrificial traditions.
