KARACHI, May 29 (Alliance News): The Sindh government on Thursday issued a formal code of conduct to regulate the collection of sacrificial animal hides during Eid ul Adha, imposing strict conditions on permissions, public displays, and organisational conduct.
According to the official notification, only registered welfare organisations, madaris, and charitable entities will be allowed to collect hides — and even then, only after securing prior approval from the concerned Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner.
Individuals or groups operating without permission will face legal consequences.
The government has made it explicitly clear that banned organisations will not be permitted to participate in hide collection activities under any circumstances.
Furthermore, the setting up of camps or display of banners for hide collection is strictly prohibited in both public and private spaces.
To maintain public order and curb misuse during the religious occasion, the use of loudspeakers, flags on buildings, and any form of public announcements related to hide collection has also been banned. These steps aim to avoid public nuisance and potential unrest during Eid days.
Organisations that are granted permission to collect hides must carry valid authorisation documents and are required to present them to law enforcement authorities upon request. Any failure to comply will lead to strict legal action.
In an additional security measure, the Sindh government has suspended all arms licenses from the 10th to 12th of Zil Hajj. During this period, no one — even those previously licensed — will be allowed to carry weapons. This move is part of the government’s broader efforts to ensure peace and stability during the Eid holidays.
To ensure effective implementation of the directives, local Station House Officers (SHOs) have been empowered to take immediate legal action against any violators of the code. The authorities have been instructed to monitor activities closely to ensure compliance and to prevent any unauthorised or illegal collection of hides.
The code of conduct reflects the provincial government’s commitment to maintaining law and order during Eid ul Adha and to ensuring that charitable activities are carried out in a lawful and transparent manner.
