Ahead of Eid-ul-Azha, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has called on citizens to dispose of sacrificial animal waste in an environmentally responsible and hygienic manner. In a press release, the ministry emphasized that improper slaughtering practices and indiscriminate dumping of waste pose serious threats to public health and the environment.
To prevent pollution and suffering, the ministry urged people to perform Qurbani only at designated slaughter spots assigned by local authorities, including city corporations, municipalities, and union councils. Citizens are also advised to use protective gear—such as gloves, masks, and aprons—during slaughtering and handling of waste.
All animal by-products, including blood, hides, entrails, bones, and dung, must be buried in designated pits or disposed of through official waste management systems. The ministry strongly discouraged the use of open spaces for disposal and encouraged the use of biodegradable bags for meat distribution and waste collection.
Highlighting cleanliness as both a civic duty and a part of religious observance, the ministry called for public cooperation in ensuring a safe, hygienic, and environmentally friendly Eid celebration.
