Sale of sacrificial animals within cities banned.

PESHAWAR -- The local government department on Thursday banned the sale of sacrificial animals within city limits across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and announced that the cattle markets for Eidul Azha would be established 'as late as possible, preferably at the start of Zilhaj'.

In a statement issued here, the department said the 'no masks, no service' rule would be enforced in cattle markets, while their organisers would ensure the use of temperature guns at all entry points of the premises for visitors to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

It said the children and people aged above 50 years won't be allowed to enter cattle markets.

The department said in addition to regular disinfection of the premises through water bowsers, hand sanitisation and hand washing arrangements would be made at all entry points of these markets.

It said there would be a complete ban on the makeshift markets without proper inspection, certification of relevant district administration.

Children, people above 50 years not allowed to visit cattle markets

The department said the government would encourage the establishment of more than one cattle market to prevent larger gatherings.

'Cattle markets will remain open round the clock to avoid congestion.'

The department said the relevant authorities had been directed to make proper arrangements for water supply, hide collection, hygiene and sanitation at cattle markers during Eid days.

It added that TMAs, WSSPs and LAAs would arrange the distribution of special biodegradable bags in their respective jurisdictions for the collection of animal waste to prevent inconvenience to people.

'The administrations will prepare comprehensive plans for the collection, transportation and disposal of animal remains at...