Inflation dampens spirit of Eidul Azha
July 24, 2021
Rawalpindi : The high prices of eatables coupled with skyrocketing transport fares dampened the spirits of holidaymakers during Eidul Azha in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
The taxicabs, rickshaws, and other private services in the guise of POL prices looted the public with both hands. Even the seasonal butchers were demanding a high amount for slaughtering animals. For a normal bull butchers were demanding Rs15,000 and Rs5,000 for a normal goat. In case the animals were much bigger in size, the butchers’ charges were higher as well.
The day dawned with special prayers for peace, progress, and prosperity of the country at mosques. Big Eid congregations were held here at Jamia Masjid Road, Chungi No22, Eidgah Sharif, Makki Masjid Saddar, Adiala Road, Dhamyal, Liaquat Bagh, Sadiqabad, and Devi Datta Masjid near Shamsabad. Eid prayers started at about 6:30 am. Special prayers were offered for the progress and pro