24/05/2026
Just days before Eid Ul Adha 2026, traders and sellers at Okhla Bakra Mandi in Delhi are expressing deep concern over weak sales and falling prices of sacrificial animals. Many livestock traders say the market has “lost its strength” this year, with customers missing despite massive crowds in the mandi.
Several traders claim they purchased animals after taking loans from wealthy lenders and businessmen, hoping for strong Bakra Eid business. However, according to them, goats worth ₹50,000 are now being offered for as low as ₹25,000, creating panic and financial stress among sellers.
This ground report from Okhla Bakra Mandi captures the real mood of Bakrid 2026 — from falling demand and pricing pressure to the emotional struggles of traders who travel long distances to sell their animals during the Eid season.
The report also reflects wider discussions happening across India around Qurbani, Bakra markets, rising costs, and the overall atmosphere surrounding Eid Al Adha 2026.
Reporter: Muzaffar Kamal
📍 Okhla Bakra Mandi, Delhi, India