Dhaka, June 5 -- Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Thursday said cattle prices are comparatively lower this year than last year's.

Speaking to reporters after visiting the Gabtoli Bus Terminal and Cattle Market in the capital, he said there is a sufficient supply of sacrificial animals this year and buyers are unlikely to face difficulties in purchasing cattle.

In response to a question, the adviser said prices at the Gabtoli market are "reasonably affordable" and buyers are benefitting.

"It seems to me that cattle prices are slightly lower this year than previous years," he added.

When asked why people seem hesitant to buy large cattle, he said, "Previously, many had pockets full of black money. Now, wi...