Pakistanis Face 50–70% Hike in Sacrificial Animal Prices Ahead of Eidul Adha 2025

Eid ul Adha in 2025 is near, and the prices for sacrificial animals in Pakistan, mainly in major cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, are already on the rise. This year, prices for Qurbani meat are up 70% or more, which is making it much more expensive. This unexpected increase is adding to the serious worries of those families who are already hit by inflation.

Price Hike Shocks Buyers Across Major Cities

Individuals who visit animal markets to buy goats, sheep, bulls, and camels just before Eidul Adha report that prices have never been higher. The prices of affordable pets last year have increased by about 100 percent. Goats that were sold for Rs60,000 before now cost Rs100,000 or more. Heifers that sold for less than Rs100,000 before are now selling for over Rs200,000.

On some markets, premium camels are sold for Rs2 million and are therefore out of reach for most buyers. It is of particular concern to middle-income people, as they find it hard to carry on Qurbani without facing financial difficulties.

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Traders Cite Rising Costs Behind the Surge

The higher prices are being justified by livestock traders and vendors who say feed, transport, and market rentals have become more costly over the past few months. One person involved in trading in Lahore mentioned,

We have to pay more for gas, food, and other expenses. Finding food for the animals is much costlier, fuel prices go up, and the rates for setting up in the city are also higher.

Many point out that having poor roads and facing higher fuel prices is making their job harder. That means these extra fees are paid by buyers, which makes sacrificial animals even more expensive.

Buyers Demand Government Regulation and Relief

Because of the frustration many are facing, buyers have urged the government to introduce rules that set limits on the prices of sacrificial animals. They claim that unless something regulates the market, sellers may demand high prices, forcing the majority of people out of being able to attend the Hajj.

One of the shoppers in Islamabad pointed out.

Oversight is essential, even though our industry wants no payments from the government. Being religious, not buying something for pleasure.

At this stage, it’s not known whether the government will get involved or set clear pricing rules for Eidul Adha in 2025.

A Growing Trend: Shared Sacrifices

Because wide-ranging animals are now more expensive than most families can afford, people are having to split the cost. It works by 5 to 7 families or individuals sharing expenses to buy a cow or camel, and later, the animal is cut up based on Islam’s guidelines.

Though this approach used to be a regular method, currently, it is the main answer. It makes Qurbani affordable for many people and allows a larger number of people to join in.

Online Animal Markets See Spike in Activity

Because prices for animals at livestock markets go up, Qurbani buyers are using online platforms more frequently. With these online services, buyers get a fixed price, can receive orders delivered to their doors, and get meat directly from the producers, avoiding expensive transportation and problems at the market.

There has been a substantial increase in bookings on websites like BakraOnline.pk, QurbaniExpress.com, and others, mainly in urban areas. They ease the buying process and make it easy to find the most affordable prices, which is appealing to people who are busy or watching their spending.

Inflation Adds to Eidul Adha Stress

Pakistan has kept its inflation rate above 20%, and food prices have sharply gone up in all sectors. For several families, the time of Eid means spending more on clothing, food, and travel. Because animal prices have increased, household budgets are getting even worse.

What was once a festive season is now making many people feel financial worry. Many participants are deciding either to get a smaller animal or not participate at all, making it very emotional for those who respect the tradition.

Religious and Social Significance of Qurbani

Therefore, lots of people on social media are up in arms, and they are sharing pictures of some really pricy pets. Rising attention is being given to #QurbaniPrices and #EidulAdha2025 as people highlight wrongdoings, discuss the market situation, and call for solutions from authorities.

There have been comparisons that say prices now are close to 70% more than they were in 2023-2024. According to some, because of the regulations, lower-income families may not be able to exercise religious freedom.

Public Reaction on Social Media

Because of this issue, many people on social media are upset and are posting photos of some pets that seem very expensive. #QurbaniPrices and #EidulAdha2025 are gaining popularity as people discuss market actions, expose unfair behavior, and ask officials to intervene.

People have included comparisons where the prices today are nearly 70% higher than in 2023-2024. Some people believe that the new rules might stop some lower-income families from freely practicing religion.

Conclusion: A Call for Balance and Compassion

This year, there is a clear gap between ancient rituals and how much people in Pakistan can actually pay for the animals used for Eidul Adha 2025. Though traders say there is a real price issue, buyers believe it is necessary for religious obligations to be available equally to everyone.

Without being addressed, rising costs could cause people to become less favorable and further separate the rich from the poor. Some form of solution, whether from government, community, or online, is necessary to keep Eid strong so everyone can join in the celebrations.