Pakistan witnessed one of the largest Eid-ul-Azha sacrifice events in recent years, with over 7.2 million animals sacrificed nationwide on the first day alone. The festival continues to play a major religious, cultural, and economic role across the country.

More than 7.2 million animals were sacrificed across Pakistan on the first day of Eid-ul-Azha, according to reports based on data collected by Municipal Corporations and industry estimates. The figures highlight the massive scale of Qurbani observed nationwide during the religious festival.

Category-wise breakdown of sacrificed animals:

🐐 Goats — 3.4 million

🐄 Cows — 3.1 million

🐏 Sheep — 350,000

🐃 Buffaloes — 250,000

🐪 Camels — 120,000

Experts say Eid-ul-Azha continues to generate one of the largest seasonal economic activities in Pakistan, benefiting livestock farmers, traders, transporters, butchers, and the leather industry.

Disclaimer

This report is based on available estimates and data shared by municipal authorities and related industry sources. Final official figures may vary.