Sacrificial animal markets across Cox’s Bazar have become increasingly vibrant ahead of the holy Eid-ul-Azha, with heavy crowds of buyers and traders gathering at markets from urban centres to rural villages.
A total of 56 permanent and temporary cattle markets have been set up across the district, according to local authorities.
Trading activities continue from morning until late at night, while traders said sales in many markets would likely continue until the morning of Eid.
Locally reared cattle, buffaloes, goats and sheep are witnessing the highest demand among buyers this season.
According to the district livestock office, this year’s demand for sacrificial animals in Cox’s Bazar district is estimated at 134,295.
To ensure proper health monitoring and treatment of sick animals, 27 veterinary medical teams have been deployed in the field.
Dr. Mohammad Mahabubur Rahman, the livestock officer of Cox’s Bazar Sadar upazila, stated that the veterinary teams regularly inspect the health of animals brought to the markets.
“Medical teams remain prepared to take immediate action if any sick or suspicious animal is identified,” he added.
Meanwhile, members of Rapid Action Battalion, police and the administration have intensified security measures to maintain law and order during the Eid period.
Special patrols and intelligence surveillance have been strengthened to prevent crimes such as extortion, mugging, circulation of counterfeit currency and activities by criminal groups locally known as “ognan party”.
Lieutenant Mostafizur Rahman, commanding officer of RAB-15, said checkpoints and mobile teams were operating at highways, bus terminals, tourist spots and cattle markets.
He added that members of law enforcement agencies were also working in plainclothes as part of the security arrangements.
Earlier, superintendent of police Sajedur Rahman visited several cattle markets across the district to inspect the situation.
Authorities said all necessary preparations had been completed to ensure safe and uninterrupted trading activities during the final days before Eid.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik
