A central cattle market will be established in Karachi in the first week of May next month, in time for the Eid-ul-Azha festival. The market will start on May 10, 2024, and will cover an area of 1,000 acres in Tesar Town Northern Bypass. Effective security arrangements, including police and ranger deployment,
Constant patrolling and the inclusion of police in the area have been finalized. Facilities are being increased for the convenience of buyers and traders, including a wide parking area, temporary stalls, a food court, and ATMs from major banks. Ambulance and emergency medical assistance will also be available 24/7. The market is expected to attract a large number of citizens who come not only to buy their sacrificial animals but also to see the beautiful animals brought for sale in the VIP blocks. Before entering the market,
inspection of all cattle will be mandatory, and a certificate from the veterinary department confirming the health of the cattle will also be required. The livestock market is an important part of Pakistan’s economy, with thousands of traders from across the country bringing and selling lakhs of sacrificial animals. A free supply of 30 liters of water per cattle is also provided.
