The Karachi cattle mandi system is set to operate under stricter regulations this year as the city administration moves to control unauthorized livestock markets ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. The new policy focuses on mandatory permits, coordinated approvals, and stronger monitoring across the city.
Officials in Karachi have confirmed that no cattle market will be allowed to operate without formal permission. The decision aims to improve security, traffic management, and public safety during the busy Eid season when temporary livestock markets are set up across the city.
The move comes after repeated concerns over illegal mandi setups, unmanaged crowds, and traffic congestion in previous years. Authorities say the new framework will ensure better planning and reduce disruptions for residents.
Permit system and approval process
Under the updated rules, anyone planning to establish a cattle mandi must obtain an official permit before operations begin. The approval process will now require clearance from multiple departments, including the police and traffic authorities.
The Commissioner’s office will have the final authority to approve all applications. Municipal bodies, town administrations, and cantonment boards have been instructed to route their requests through respective deputy commissioners.
Officials have made it clear that any Karachi cattle mandi operating without approval will be declared illegal. Strict enforcement action will be taken against violators, including possible site closures.
Authorities have also directed applicants to submit written requests well in advance. This will allow time for coordination between agencies and proper inspection of proposed sites.
The administration has emphasized that the goal is not to restrict trade but to organize it in a more controlled and safe environment.
Focus on security, cleanliness, and traffic control
Along with permitting rules, the city administration is also preparing detailed arrangements for security and cleanliness at approved cattle mandi locations. Special attention will be given to parking management and crowd control.
Traffic police will work alongside local authorities to ensure smooth movement around major mandi areas. Surveillance measures are also expected to be strengthened to prevent illegal setups from emerging in different parts of the city.
Officials say last year’s arrangement included 14 approved cattle markets, including the central mandi site. This year’s framework is expected to follow a similar model but with stricter enforcement.
Residents are advised to purchase animals only from officially approved markets to avoid legal and safety risks.
As Eid approaches, authorities believe the new system will help create a more organized and safer environment for both buyers and sellers across Karachi.
