LAHORE: For the sale and purchase of sacrificial animals on Eid-ul-Azha, the Lahore district administration has made six designated cattle markets operational across the provincial capital, providing a well-organised and hygienic environment for buyers and sellers.
One permanent cattle market has been set up at Shahpur Kanjran, while five temporary markets were established at Haveli Markaz near Spring Mill (Raiwind zone), Sports Complex near Adda Rakh Chabeel (Wahga zone), LDA City near Kana Kacha on Defence Road (Nishtar zone), Mouza Nain Sukh near Saggian Bridge (Ravi zone) and Burki Road near Paragon City (Cantonment zone). The initiative aims to ensure convenience and comfort for both traders and the general public through comprehensive on-ground arrangements, said the administration here on Saturday.
To ensure quality service delivery, the Punjab Cattle Market Management Company is providing essential facilities, such as tents, fodder, toilets, mobile ATM units, complaint cells and information desks. Moreover, electricity, standby generators, and clean drinking water are also available at all market locations. The Punjab Police have been given the task to provide security in and around the markets, while the traffic police will manage vehicular flow. The Lahore Waste Management Company (LWMC) has been tasked with cleaning operations and debris removal, particularly from the Saggian site.
To review the ongoing operations and assess the facilities being provided at the cattle markets, Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza visited Kacha Bakra Mandi. He was briefed by the Chief Officer of Metropolitan Corporation Lahore and the Assistant Commissioner of Nishtar Town on administrative measures in place to support the market’s smooth functioning.
During the visit, the DC personally inspected key facilities, including clean drinking water, sanitation services, animal shelters, and parking areas, and directed officials to further enhance service delivery. He instructed that any gaps be addressed promptly to ensure a seamless and efficient market experience for all visitors.
The district administration has also directed the Punjab Cattle Market Management Company to ensure the uninterrupted provision of essential services at all designated sites. These include access to clean water, proper drainage, shaded rest areas, and organised parking to prevent congestion and inconvenience.
The DC emphasised the administration’s commitment to maintaining high standards of service in all markets. He assured that the buying and selling of sacrificial animals would take place in a safe, accessible, and well-managed environment, in line with the city’s broader public facilitation goals.
Meanwhile, the Punjab government imposed Section 144 across the province in connection with Eid-ul-Azha, and a notification has been issued in this regard. Under Section 144, restrictions will be in effect from June 5 to June 11. According to the notification, burning the heads and feet of sacrificial animals (siri paaye) in public places has been prohibited during Eid. Swimming, bathing and boating in rivers, lakes, canals and dams are also banned.
Section 144 has been enforced against dumping animal waste and offal into manholes, drains or canals, and against the sale and purchase of sacrificial animals at locations other than officially approved cattle markets. The public display of weapons and ammunition is also prohibited under this order. The notification further stated that these restrictions have been implemented to protect human lives, maintain peace, and ensure environmental cleanliness. These activities pose threats to public safety, health and create unrest among the population.
Additionally, banned organisations will not be allowed to collect sacrificial animal hides during Eid. Only organisations registered with the Punjab Charity Commission will be permitted to collect hides. Authorities and law enforcement agencies have been instructed to ensure strict implementation of these directives.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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