Dhaka, Jun 08 (V7N) – The traditional poppy market has begun receiving animal skins from sacrificial animals, but traders and madrasa representatives are expressing concern over achieving this year’s collection target. According to market insiders, the number of sacrificial animals appears to be lower than last year, directly affecting skin supply and market activity.

Seasonal traders and representatives of religious institutions started arriving at the poppy market early Sunday morning with collected skins, including those from animals sacrificed on the second day of Eid-ul-Azha. Despite the initial flow, traders remain uncertain whether the volume will meet expectations.

Public dissatisfaction is growing over the pricing of animal skins. Many sellers allege that the government-fixed rates are not being implemented, and in several cases, they have been forced to sell skins at nearly half the official price. "There is no point in having a fixed price if no one is enforcing it," said one frustrated seller.

Adding to the grievances, traders and citizens alike have noted a lack of visible monitoring or regulatory oversight in the market, further fueling irregularities. The absence of authorities has allowed middlemen and local shopkeepers to exploit the situation, they claim.

As the skin market continues to operate amid uncertainty, both traders and the general public are calling for immediate government action to ensure fair pricing, effective market monitoring, and accountability.

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