Punjab Earns Rs 6.59B from Eid-ul-Adah Cattle Market Auctions

In a remarkable economic milestone, Punjab has generated Rs 6.59 billion through cattle market auctions held across the province in preparation for Eid-ul-Adha 2025. This substantial revenue reflects not just the religious spirit of sacrifice but also the booming livestock economy in the region.

• Punjab earns Rs 6.59 billion from cattle market auctions

• More than 2 million animals traded province-wide

• 700+ auctions conducted in different districts

• Lahore, Multan, and Faisalabad lead in cattle sales

• Eid-ul-Adha fuels rural and urban economic activity

• Livestock Department ensures price regulation and animal welfare

• Year-on-year increase shows 10% growth in livestock revenue

Every year, Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, brings a massive surge in livestock trade across Pakistan. In Punjab, the country’s most populous province, the scale of the livestock economy has been particularly impressive in 2025.

This year’s revenue of Rs 6.59 billion represents not only a strong rebound post-COVID but also increased participation from local farmers, traders, and buyers.

“The cattle markets have performed exceptionally well this year, indicating economic recovery and public enthusiasm,” said an official from the Punjab Livestock Department.

Many small-scale farmers raise animals throughout the year, waiting for Eid to sell at higher prices. The auctions allow them to sell their livestock at competitive rates and get direct access to urban buyers.

“This is the best time for us. One well-fed bull can fetch Rs 300,000 or more,” said Ghulam Abbas, a farmer from Sahiwal.

The Punjab government played a crucial role in organizing and regulating these cattle markets:

• Designated cattle markets in each tehsil

• Hygiene, sanitation, and water supply were ensured

• Veterinary doctors on-site for animal health

• Public announcements for rate guidance

• Police and security for crowd management

Chief Minister Punjab appreciated the Livestock & Dairy Development Department and local governments for maintaining transparency and safety.

Eid-ul-Adha is observed in remembrance of the Prophet Ibrahim's (A.S.) sacrifice, and every able Muslim is encouraged to offer Qurbani (sacrifice) of an animal. This religious obligation gives rise to a unique economic cycle:

• Demand for healthy animals increases

• Transport businesses boom

• Animal feed and accessory sellers see high sales

• Butchers and meat sellers earn extra income

• BBQ stalls, meat processing, and packaging services thrive

• All animals were vaccinated

• No diseased animals were allowed for sale

• Clean drinking water is provided

• Illegal roadside sales banned

“Our teams inspected every animal for diseases such as Lumpy Skin and Foot & Mouth Disease,” said Dr. Arif Mushtaq, Livestock Officer in Multan.

Punjab’s livestock sector is growing at 8–10% annually, contributing significantly to the province’s GDP. Experts suggest that:

• Pakistan has the 5th largest livestock population globally

• Livestock contributes nearly 60% to Pakistan’s agricultural GDP

• Over 40 million people in Pakistan depend on livestock for their livelihood

As always, Eid-ul-Adha cattle markets sparked huge engagement on social media. Viral videos showed:

• Giant bulls are being paraded

• Fancy goats dressed in ornaments

• Owners showcasing rare breeds

• Children reacting to camels for the first time

Hashtags like #EidAnimals, #Qurbani2025, and #BakraMandi trended for days, driving traffic to YouTube, TikTok, and Facebook pages of livestock enthusiasts.

Economist Dr. Saima Baig from Lahore University stated:

“Eid-ul-Adha is not just a religious festival; it’s an economic engine that stimulates rural productivity, employment, and urban consumption. The Rs 6.59 billion earned reflects only the visible portion of this impact.”

While the government reported Rs 6.59 billion from official auctions, the total estimated economic activity, including private sales, animal feed, transport, butchery, and packaging, is over Rs 80 billion during the Eid season.

Eid-ul-Adha in Punjab this year was not just about fulfilling a religious duty, but also about energizing a vast agricultural economy. From remote villages to city centers, every cattle trade was a reflection of dedication, tradition, and livelihood.