With Eid-ul-Azha set to be celebrated on June 17, the cattle markets in Chandpur district are buzzing with traders and sellers, eagerly preparing for the festive occasion. The excitement is palpable as the district comes alive with the sights and sounds of bustling cattle markets. Despite a reported shortage of 20,000 cattle, the District Livestock Department assures that the supply will meet the demand. According to Dr. Jotirmoy Bhoumik, the district livestock officer, most of the demand for sacrificial animals has been fulfilled from local farms. A total of 61,489 sacrificial animals have been prepared across 3,269 cattle farms in the district, supplemented by cattle arriving from other parts of the country. SC upholds HC order disallowing cattle market at Aftabnagar Amidst this lively backdrop, two bulls have stolen the spotlight. In Nathora village, in Hajiganj upazila, "Sultan," a majestic black bull weighing 800 kg, has become the talk of the town. Reared by Ali Ahmed, a local school teacher, Sultan has drawn crowds from far and wide. Ali is asking for Tk 8 lakh for this impressive specimen. Equally captivating is "Raza," a black and white bull weighing 1,000 kg, from Rari Kandi village in North Matlab upazila. Owner Elias Dewan, a businessman, has nurtured Raza with a natural diet for several years. "It is impossible to bring Raza to the cattle market; no one can control him. I've been on guard all night. He was born on the farm about two and a half years ago from a Friesian breed cow," Elias shared. The daily feeding routine includes paddy husk, grass, pulse, maize flour, rice, oil cake, raw banana, carrot, apple, and other fruits, costing Tk 800 per day. Elias is also asking for Tk 8 lakh for Raza, who enjoys the comfort of two electric fans and twice-daily baths. In Faridganj upazila, "Zayed Khan," another massive bull weighing 25-30 maunds, has been raised by Amir Hossain. Priced at Tk 15 lakh, Zayed Khan has been a four-year labor of love for Amir, who, like Elias, prefers to keep his prized bull away from the crowded markets. No cattle market at Aftabnagar this year as HC stays leasing process  

Qurbani Eid 2023 festival is just around the corner. Like every year, Muslims in Bangladesh are eager to purchase sacrificial animals. However, visiting the animal haat (markets) physically to buy sacrificial animals during this sweltering summer heat can be a daunting task for many. Keeping all this in mind, different online platforms are once again starting online cattle markets.  4 Online Cattle Markets in Bangladesh for Eid-ul-Azha 2023 Purchasing sacrificial animals online has become more common nowadays, and fortunately, there are online Qurbani haat available in Bangladesh. Let’s explore these “digital haat” in detail. Bikroy Birat Haat Powered by Minister To celebrate the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, Bikroy.com, a renowned platform for buying and selling livestock, has joined hands with Minister Hi-Tech Park Ltd., a well-known manufacturer of electronics and home appliances, and OPPO Bangladesh, a global mobile manufacturing company. Together, they have organized a Qurbani campaign called ‘Bikroy Birat Haat Powered by Minister.’  Read more: Eid-ul-Azha 2023: Cumilla to have a surplus of 8,606 sacrificial animals, says livestock dept Just like every Eid-ul-Azha, Bikroy is once again offering a special collection of farm animals exclusively for its valued customers. The Bikroy website already showcases over 1,600 advertisements for livestock. To boost the popularity of Bikroy online haat, like every year, the company also launched the Birat Haat Contest. However, this year the contest will be different. Minister has taken on the role of Title Sponsor for the seventh consecutive time, while OPPO has joined as an Associate Partner for the first time. To participate in the Birat Haat contest, individuals are required to create a video following the theme song of Birat Haat along with its catchy dance step. The video should be shared on either one or all of the respective Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube profiles with the #BiratHaat2023 caption. Additionally, participants are also required to submit the video link to the Bikroy Blog site. Among the submitted videos, 18 lucky winners will be chosen based on their entertainment value and uniqueness. Read more: PM accepts cow as gift from couple for Eid-ul-Azha sacrifice For the Member contest, 15 winners will be selected from sellers across all categories who have the highest number of ads, the most views, and ad responses. All winners will be rewarded with exciting prizes such as refrigerators, LED TVs, smartphones, and more, with a total value of BDT 6 lakh, sponsored by Minister Hi-Tech Park Ltd. and OPPO Bangladesh. Bengal Meat Qurbani  On June 1 of this year, Bengal Meat announced the launch of the Qurbani portal for the 9th consecutive year. They sell organic grass-fed cattle, offering a unique and distinct option for customers. Customers have the convenience of ordering their preferred cattle through the online platform, and the cattle are then delivered while maintaining the necessary quality. Sadeeq Agro  Popular livestock farm Sadeeq Agro also arranged online cattle haat this year. The buyers can check their website to order any cattle they like. The site provides weight, and all other required information regarding the cattle. However, buyers can also visit their farm to see the cow and verify the weight.  Read more: Bhaijan now coming to Jashore Qurbani cows can be ordered up to 7 days before Eid-ul-Azha. However, the buyer will be required to pay 10% in advance. The cost of cows vary as per the weight. After the order, Sadeeq Agro will deliver according to the customer’s preferred date. The best thing about Sadeeq Agro is that they do not have any delivery charges. And they deliver anywhere in the Dhaka metropolitan area. Khaas Food This year, Khaas Food has launched an Online Qurbani Haat, aiming to provide a convenient platform for purchasing sacrificial animals. It features a diverse selection of cows sourced from numerous farms and breeds. Each cow comes with detailed information, including weight, age, height, feed, gender, and colour.  Additionally, Khaas Food ensures transparency and clarity regarding the health of the cattle by specifying the vaccines they have received. To secure a booking, customers are required to make an upfront payment of 50% via bKash or credit card, with the remaining amount due before delivery. Delivery of sacrificial animals will be completed in 2-4 days before Eid. BDT 3000 is applicable for delivery charges. In this case, the delivery will be done according to the order of booking and the customer’s demand. Final Words For the last few years, the trend of Online Qurbani Haat in Bangladesh has revolutionized the way people participate in the tradition of animal sacrifice. The digital platform provides convenience, accessibility, and a wide range of options for individuals looking to purchase sacrificial animals. However, it is upon the buyers, to check all the detailed information such as breed, weight, age, height, feed, gender, and colour before purchasing a cattle. Thus, buyers can choose the best sacrificial animals from the online cattle markets for the holy occasion of Eid-ul-Azha. Read more: With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, Khulna cattle famers distraught over price hike of fodder

There will be no shortage of sacrificial animals in Chapainawabganj district this Eid-ul-Azha, and there will be a surplus of around 50,000 animals, concerned authorities have said. According to the Chapainawabganj unit of Department of Livestock, the district has 1,76,690 animals, as 12,159 farmers in five upazilas are currently rearing sacrificial animals for Eid-ul-Azha 2023. This year, the demand for sacrificial animals in the district is estimated to be 1,26,379, resulting in a surplus of 50,311 animals for the entire district. Read: With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, Khulna cattle famers distraught over price hike of fodder These animals have been reared in farms and in homesteads. Of these animals, there are 96,543 cows, 70,319 goats, 9,587 sheep, and 241 buffaloes.

In preparation for the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, a total of 33,937 farmers in Cumilla are currently rearing sacrificial animals and concerned authorities said there will be a surplus of approximately 8,000 animals.  According to the Cumilla District Department of Livestock, the demand for sacrificial animals in 17 upazilas of the district is estimated to be 2,20,492. The district already has 2,29,098 animals, resulting in a surplus of 8,606 animals for the entire district. Also Read: PM accepts cow as gift from couple for Eid-ul-Azha sacrifice A recently conducted survey indicated that Laksam upazila is leading in animal rearing in the district.  A total of 2,592 farmers in this upazila are rearing 21,000 sacrificial animals, surpassing the upazila's demand by 7,500. Similarly, Meghna Upazila has 1,605 farmers who have reared 9,839 animals for sacrifice, exceeding the upazila's demand by 2,400. However, certain upazilas are facing shortage of animals. Chauddagram is experiencing a shortage of 273 animals, Nangalkot 608, Chandina 426, Debidwar 4,335, Homna 395, and Sadar South 1,039. Also read: Muggers snatch Tk 2.5 lakh after killing cattle trader in Bogura Cumilla's Livestock Training Officer, Chandan Kumar Poddar, said, “In upazilas facing shortages, animals are often sourced from neighbouring upazilas or districts. Due to Cumilla's geographical importance, cows are transported by trucks from across the country, including neighbouring districts.”  Concerns were voiced by Rubel Sardar, a farmer from Barura's Jhalam area, who said, “We are facing losses as the price of animal feed continues to rise. Additionally, the entry of cows from India could further deteriorate the market.”  Md. Nazrul Islam, an official from the Department of Livestock, said there is no possibility of a shortage of sacrificial animals in Cumilla. “Additionally, we will establish a medical team in the haat (market), and the cooperation of the market committee will be crucial in this regard,” he said.  Also Read: Jashore’s ‘Lalu Palowan’ worth Tk 5 lakh

Bulbul Ahmed, a farmer of Charkauna village of Pakundia upazila of Kishoreganj district, and his wife Israt Jahan, reared a cow as a gift to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for sacrifice in Eid-ul-Azha. The Prime Minister has agreed to accept this cow as a gift out of respect for their love. Read more: Bhaijan now coming to Jashore On Friday (June 09) evening, Prime Minister's special assistant Moshiur Rahman Humayun informed the Prime Minister about the matter. At that time the Prime Minister agreed to accept the cow as a gift. Bulbul Ahmed is the organising secretary of  Kishoreganj District of Awami Matsyajibi League. Prime Minister's Deputy Press Secretary Hasan Jahid Tusher confirmed the matter. He said that the Prime Minister was happy and thanked Bulbul Ahmed and his wife for their rare love. Also read: Muggers snatch Tk 2.5 lakh after killing cattle trader in Bogura Tushar said that the prime minister's wish is that this cow will remain at Bulbul Ahmed's house and will be sacrificed there during Eid-ul-Azha. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina requested them to distribute the sacrificial beef among the local poor and helpless people. Ahmed's cow is cross Brahma breed. He said that this cow can have approximately 800 kilogram of meat. Ahmed said that he bought this cow from Netrakona district for Tk 2.5 lakh as a gift for the Prime Minister in 2020. Also read" Eid ul Azha: Online cattle buying likely to reach new heights amid pandemic After buying the cow, he also decided to donate Tk 5000 in the famous Pagla mosque of Kishoreganj district so that his cow would remain healthy. Ahmed said that he and his wife Israt Jahan, who is working as a field worker at Pally Sanchay Bank, bought this cow for the prime minister by taking a small loan from the Awami League government's ‘One house, One farm’ project and with their own deposit. They took care of the cow closely for the last three years. Ahmed said, out of passion and love for the Prime Minister, they bought and nurtured this cow. Also read: 'Chita Bagh' of Khulna: An early entrant for King of the Haat this Eid ul Azha Ahmed thanked and expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for agreeing to accept his cow as a gift.

Bhaijan, hearing the name one can think about uttering the name of the Hindi cinema ‘Bhaijan’ but here the matter is different. A bull named ‘Bhaijan’ is now the talk of the town in Jashore. Already people from different parts of the district have been thronging at the house of one Mahidul Zaman Kajal of Sitarampur village in Sadar upazila, who reared the 10 feet long and 5.8 inches height cow at his farm. Currently, the big bull weighs around 1,356 kg. Mahidul demanded Tk 18 lakh for Bhaijan. Read: Kalo Manik: The big bull that's ready to charge this Eid! According to the district livestock department, of the big size bulls reared in the district, Bhaijan is the largest among all. “I bought Bhaijan, an Australian Frisian variety cow, when he was six-month old at a cost of Tk 69,000. I kept him with other cattle in my farm,” said Mahidul.Gradually he was named as ‘Bhaijan’ following his healthy and fit body size, he said. He ate food weighing 10-12 kg in a day and he gets showers three days in a week with shampoo, said the cattle farmer. Quamrul Islam, a worker of the farm, said “We reared ‘Bhaijan’ as our child and two people remained to stand by him round the clock.” Read: Samrat: The king bull of Chapainawabganj Many people visited the farm to catch a glimpse of ‘Bhaijan’ and some of them took selfies with him. District Livestock Officer Rashedul Haque said, 'I have visited the farm of Mahidul and he is rearing his cow using organic methods properly.’ This year, a total of 35,000 cows and 60,500 goats have been prepared in 9,000 small and big size farms ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, he said. Read more: With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, Khulna cattle famers distraught over price hike of fodder

A total of 99,50,763 cattle have been sacrificed across the country on Eid-ul-Azha this year. Fisheries and Livestock Ministry issued a press release in this regard on Monday. More than 24.91 lakh sacrificial animals including over 11.67 lakh cows, buffaloes, were slaughtered in Dhaka division. Read:Wastes of sacrificial animals to be removed from 2:00pm: Taposh More than 21.28 lakh sacrificial animals including over 13.13 lakh cows, buffaloes, were slaughtered in Chattogram division. Besides, 19.98 lakh sacrificial animals were slaughtered in Rajshahi division while 11.38 lakh in Rangpur, 9.26 lakh in Khulna, 4.98 in Barishal, 3.92 in Sylhet and 3.75 lakh in Mymensingh divisions. Last year, more than 90.93 lakh cattle were sacrificed, around 8.57 lakh down from this year.

Eid al-Adha is approaching across the world, and it is one of the biggest religious festivals for Muslims. On this special day, different types of cattle are sacrificed in almost all countries of the world, including Bangladesh. About 50 to 55 lakh cattle are sacrificed in this country every year. Cows, goats, sheep, buffaloes, camels are bought for sacrifice. Animals should be bought from the market by choosing healthy, strong, and correct colors. Lets checkout the most essential factors to be consider to choose the perfect qurban cattle in this Eid-ul-Azha. Things to know before buying sacrificial animal for Qurbani Age Age is a very important factor in the case of sacrificial animals.  In the case of cows, the age should be two years. Usually, it is understood by looking at the teeth of the cow. Up to 5 years of age can be accurately identified by looking at the teeth of a healthy adult cow. A 2-year-old healthy cow should have two permanent incisors, four at the age of 3, six at the age of 4, and a total of eight permanent incisors at the age of five. The teeth should be intact and beautiful to look at. For goats, the age should be at least one year. In the case of camels, the age should be five years and one year for the sheep. But if the six-month-old sheep is large and looks like one year old, it can be sacrificed. Read Digital Cattle Markets in Bangladesh to Buy Sacrificing Animals Online Health The physical structure will be strong; the bones will have eye-catching flesh. We must buy healthy animals, but we should not buy extra healthy ones at all. The excessive healthy animal might have a history of using excess urea or harmful hormonal drugs or steroids.  Eating meat containing steroid hormones can damage the kidneys, liver, and other sensitive organs of people and can lead to various complex diseases, including diabetes and cancer. Eating the flesh of infected animals causes the most horrific changes in the bodies of women and children.  In case of children, obesity occurs in the early stages and later in the development of various diseases, including high cholesterol in the blood. Therefore, we should pick a healthy and fit animal.  Read Digital Haat and more Qurbani Cow online shops targeting Eid-ul-Azha in Bangladesh How would you know if the animal is properly healthy? - The healthy animal will chew regularly. - Normally healthy animals do not keep their head down or their backs bent; healthy animals will be aware of the surrounding environment. - Healthy animals will not have any laziness. - The eyes will be bright and vibrant. - The lips will be a little cold and wet or sweaty. Keep in mind that if the cow is fattened by consuming extra urea, the lips will remain dry due to nitrate poisoning. - The animals will lick their nose with their tongue; no saliva will come out of their mouth. The ears and tail will move as needed. - The body hair will be smooth and shiny. There will be no parasites such as lice on the body. - The animal should not have any wounds or blood stains on the skin or scars from beating with a stick. - Breathing will be normal for cows 10-30 times per minute, goats 25-35 times, and sheep 10 to 20 times. - The animal should be able to walk normally. There will be no swollen tumor-like parts of the body. However, there will be no problem of sacrifice for those who have some birthmarks. - If you hold food in front of the animal's mouth, a healthy animal will want to eat it. Also, if you touch it, it will react. Read Sher Khan may trigger bull run in Kushtia cattle market The Seller Must Have Full Ownership The Qurbani animal seller must have full ownership of the animal. If the animal is a mortgaged animal, a borrowed animal, or an animal found on the way, then the Qurbani will not be granted. What to Do After Buying an Animal for Qurbani? Animals are taken to the market from far places. So, it should remain very thirsty for water. But many of us fed grains, which was not the most important thing for the animal at that time. So it is much more beneficial to make saline by mixing light salt and sugar with cold water after bringing it home. The animal will be relieved of the stress. To keep away from the disease, one should bathe the animal or spray with antiseptic or alkaline soap or potash, etc. However, it is better not to bathe the goat at night. Body water should be removed well. Read Guidelines issued for haats: Elderly, children not allowed among other directives Sudden overeating can lead to indigestion and bloating for the animal. So you have to feed them little by little. In particular, the problem of flatulence in goats is due to overfeeding. Rice should not be fed in any way. Wheat and corn should be given in small quantities. All foods should be given in fewer amounts, as cows do not eat much in new places. Cows or goats should not be fed rotten and stale food. These foods are one of the causes of stomach aches and indigestion. So, make sure you always provide fresh food. Tips to Buy Cattle for Qurbani First of all, when going to buy a sacrificial cow, one should take an experienced person with him who can recognize good and healthy cows properly.  Read Buy sacrificial animals from online markets: LGRD Minister We usually buy animals from farms or known animal farms or from the market. It is convenient to buy from farms or well-known pastoralists. Animals can be bought without fear, especially from farmers who keep their animals in a modern scientific way and provide regular vaccinations.  The problem occurs when you go to the market, and you need to check a lot of things. However, if you notice the above-mentioned things, you can easily buy cattle from anywhere. Final Words The things we usually look for when buying a sacrificial animal are the animal's size, skin color, etc. But we should not forget to check the age and health of animals before purchasing. So, if you need a checklist for buying a Qurbani animal, consider this article as your guideline. Read Necessary Precautions during Qurbani amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has formed 10 teams and set up a central control room to monitor the removal of sacrificial animal waste from July 21-24. Regional executive officers will lead the teams comprised of officials and employees of the city corporation. A central control room has been set up at the Shitalakkha Hall of Nagar Bhaban to supervise the waste removal activities. People of Dhaka South can contact the control room through the number 01709900888 up to July 24. READ: DSCC completes removing sacrificial animal waste Also, around 385 heavy and light vehicles have been prepared, and the places of sacrifice will be decontaminated through 12 water carts by sprinkling water mixed with antiseptic liquid and bleaching. Five thousand five hundred cleaners – including DSCC's own, outsourced and primary waste collection service provider staff – will be ready to keep the environment clean. Also, special bags will be distributed among the DSCC dwellers for storing and disposing of waste. To protect the environment, about 30 tonnes of bleaching powder and 1,800 litres of liquid disinfectant will be sprayed in the designated places. READ: Govt seeks people’s assistance for disposing animal wastes

Online marketplace Daraz has started "Qurbanir Haat" ahead of Eid-ul-Azha. Qurbanir Haat will allow customers to buy sacrificial animals through the Daraz app by looking at photos, videos, and details, including the weight, age, breed, and colour. Read Digital Haat and more Qurbani Cow online shops targeting Eid-ul-Azha in Bangladesh Daraz's online Qurbanir Haat comprises 1,000 animals – 700 cows and 300 goats – ranging from Tk55,000 to Tk8,00,000. The haat will continue till July 16. It is offering up to Tk6,500 discount on the sale of cows and Tk2,500 on goats accompanied by free shipping services and no hasil (tax on the sale of sacrificial animals).  Read Digital Haat 2021 launched with target to sell 1 lakh cattle before Eid Also, there will be additional benefits for the buyers, such as prepayment options.