DC Islamabad Announces Six Official Cattle Markets for Eid al-Adha

Sania Siddiqui
Published May 10, 2026

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will set up six cattle markets in its capital, Islamabad, ahead of Eid Al-Adha, with all arrangements due to be completed by May 10, the city administration said on Friday.

Deputy Commissioner Islamabad has announced the establishment of six official cattle markets across the federal capital ahead of Eid al-Adha, with operations scheduled to begin from May 10.

According to the district administration, the cattle markets will be set up at Zia Masjid, I-12, Barakahu, Lehtrar Road, Sultana Foundation, Sangjani, and Japan Road.

“The setup of all six points will be completed starting from May 10,” the statement said.

Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon was quoted as saying that a magistrate would be present at each cattle market at all times. He said the sale or purchase of animals outside designated markets will be “strictly prohibited.”

A key highlight of these markets is the presence of expensive and beautiful sacrificial animals, which draw significant attention from visitors.

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