Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Sheikh Md Sajjad Ali has issued strict directives regarding Eid-ul-Adha cattle markets, emphasising that leaseholders cannot collect any fees beyond government-fixed rates during sacrificial animal trading. The commissioner made these remarks during a coordination meeting at DMP headquarters on Sunday, attended by police officials, representatives from various agencies, and cattle market leaseholders.
The commissioner warned that forcibly diverting livestock-carrying vehicles into markets would not be tolerated, stressing that all cattle markets must strictly operate within their designated boundaries. He specifically prohibited random loading and unloading of sacrificial animals on roads, stating that strict legal action would be taken against anyone obstructing traffic or forcing traders to sell cattle. The commissioner also instructed authorities to prevent overcharging for transporting purchased animals from markets.
The meeting, which focused on security arrangements for cattle markets, collection and preservation of sacrificial hides, and traffic management in Dhaka during Eid, began with a presentation by DMP Additional Police Commissioner (Operations) Mohammad Shahidullah. His presentation detailed comprehensive security and traffic management plans for the seasonal markets.
DMP Additional Commissioner (Traffic) Mohammad Sarwar advised citizens to report any issues to the national emergency service 999, urging them to preserve evidence, such as video recordings, of any violations. The meeting served to coordinate efforts between various stakeholders to ensure orderly cattle trading and transportation during the upcoming religious festival.
The directives come as part of annual preparations to maintain law and order during one of Bangladesh’s busiest religious observances, when millions of animals are traded and transported across the country. Authorities aim to prevent the price gouging and chaotic conditions that have marred previous Eid-ul-Adha seasons.