A covert operation in Islamabad has revealed a gruesome truth behind the scenes of the city’s meat supply. Authorities uncovered a disturbing case of selling donkey meat at a farmhouse in Tarnol, raising serious concerns over food safety and illegal exports. Over 900 kilograms of processed meat and nearly 60 live donkeys were discovered during a raid led by the Islamabad Food Authority, in coordination with local police and the district administration.
The discovery points toward a broader illegal supply chain, potentially stretching beyond national borders. A foreign national, allegedly overseeing the meat processing activities, was apprehended and handed over to the police. Early evidence suggests that selling donkey meat was not limited to local distribution—officials believe some of the meat was being prepared for export.
Chinese National Allegedly Behind the Operation
Dr Tahira Siddique, Deputy Director of the Islamabad Food Authority, confirmed the magnitude of the bust, emphasizing the recovery of live donkeys and the destruction of hundreds of kilos of illegal meat. According to Dr Siddique, the farmhouse was being used without proper licensing and may have been active for a long time under the management of a Chinese individual.
“We’re taking this matter very seriously,” she said. “Public health cannot be compromised. We are cracking down on such threats with a zero-tolerance policy.”
Authorities are now pursuing leads to identify other members of the network and the end-buyers involved in this alleged selling donkey meat scheme.
The incident has shocked citizens and ignited fresh concerns over food safety in Pakistan’s capital. Officials are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious or unusually low-cost meat products to prevent similar operations from resurfacing.
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