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 Natun Bazar in search of livestock.

A visit to the Gabtoli market revealed a dismal scenario for Eid shoppers.

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

Medium-sized cattle in high demand, large ones struggle to find buyers at Dhaka markets

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 sm...