ICT admin removes illegal animal sale points on IJP Road, goats shifted to cattle markets

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 19th May, 2026) The Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) administration on Tuesday launched an operation against illegal cattle sale points on IJP Road and shifted a large number of goats and other animals to designated cattle markets to maintain traffic flow and cleanliness in the capital.

The action was carried out on the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Islamabad Irfan Nawaz Memon as part of efforts to remove encroachments and regulate animal trading ahead of Eid-related business activity.

According to the district administration, officials conducted an operation on both sides of IJP Road against people selling goats illegally along the roadside. Magistrate Industrial Area Raja Shoaib Faiz led the operation along with teams from the Capital Development Authority (CDA) Enforcement Wing.

During the operation, authorities removed illegal animal sale points that had been set up along the road. Officials also took several goats and other animals into custody and shifted them to approved cattle markets in the city.

The district administration said illegal cattle selling would not be allowed in Islamabad as roadside animal markets were creating problems for traffic movement and public cleanliness.

Citizens were advised to buy and sell sacrificial animals only at officially designated cattle markets.

Officials said the administration was continuing operations against encroachments and illegal activities across different parts of the Federal capital. They added that such actions were aimed at improving traffic management, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring better public arrangements in Islamabad.

The administration further stated that teams would continue monitoring major roads and public areas to prevent the return of illegal sale points. Authorities warned that action would also be taken against anyone found violating official instructions regarding cattle trading in unauthorized locations.

Residents have been requested to cooperate with the administration by avoiding roadside purchases and using approved markets for animal trading. Officials said the move was necessary to reduce congestion on busy roads and maintain order in commercial areas of the city.

The district administration reiterated that enforcement teams would remain active during the ongoing season to ensure that public spaces and roads remain clear for commuters and residents.