Cattle market empties as fear grips Eid preparations in India’s West Bengal
The Dhulagarh cattle market in West Bengal is experiencing a significant decline in activity ahead of Eid al-Adha due to rising fears among traders and buyers. Following the recent electoral victory of the BJP, strict enforcement of cattle slaughter laws has created an atmosphere of apprehension. Many sellers report that potential customers are avoiding the market, impacting traditional practices associated with the festival.
- ▪The Dhulagarh cattle market is largely empty as Eid al-Adha approaches, with few buyers present.
- ▪Traders are concerned about the impact of new laws on cattle slaughter following the BJP's electoral win.
- ▪A Hindu seller expressed fear of reprisals from authorities, stating that people are hesitant to buy cattle this year.
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News|ReligionCattle market empties as fear grips Eid preparations in India’s West BengalTensions rise in the key state, won by the right-wing BJP this month for the first time, as political shift disrupts Eid al-Adha traditions.ListenListen (9 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoFew buyers have been visiting the Dhulagarh cattle market outside Kolkata this year before Eid al-Adha [Ritwika Mitra/Al Jazeera]By Ritwika MitraPublished On 25 May 202625 May 2026Kolkata, India – Less than a week before Eid al-Adha, the sprawling Dhulagarh cattle market on the outskirts of Kolkata, the capital of India’s West Bengal state, has a deserted look.Traders are huddled in groups under a tin shade while more than…
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