Sacrificial animal prices have surged by 50–70% ahead of Eid ul Adha, leaving many buyers frustrated across cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Traders cite increased costs of animal feed, transportation, and market logistics as reasons, while buyers blame the lack of official price regulation. Last year’s heifers priced under Rs100,000 now cost over Rs200,000. Goats, sheep, and camels have also seen steep price hikes, with some animals reaching Rs2 million. Many middle-income families a