Dhaka, June 6 -- From the early hours, the Gabtoli cattle market, the largest in the capital, has been grappling with a severe shortage of sacrificial animals ahead of Eid.

Failing to find suitable cattle, buyers are now flocking to the 100 Feet New Bazar in search of livestock.

A visit to the Gabtoli market revealed a dismal scenario for Eid shoppers, according to UNB report.

Those who arrived in the morning found only a handful of cows, with prices soaring beyond expectations.

Selim Hossain, who came to purchase a cow just a day before Eid, expressed his frustration,"I've never seen such a shortage of cattle on the morning before Eid. The few that are available are small in size and priced outrageously high."

Another buyer, Iqbal H...