What began as a routine assignment for veterinary interns turned into a powerful lesson in humanity, compassion, and responsibility at this year’s Eid-ul-Adha sacrificial animal markets.
Serving with the free veterinary medical teams organized by the Department of Livestock Services, interns witnessed firsthand the emotional bond between farmers and the animals they raise. Many livestock owners arrived at the markets carrying not only their animals but also the hopes and livelihoods of entire families.
This year, the Department of Livestock Services deployed free veterinary teams across 29 sacrificial animal markets in Dhaka. A total of 87 veterinary interns from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, and Gono University provided round-the-clock health checks and emergency treatment for livestock.
Beyond medical care, the experience exposed young veterinarians to the realities of rural livelihoods, animal welfare, and the deep emotional connections that often exist between farmers and the animals they raise. For many interns, the five-day assignment became a life lesson that extended far beyond textbooks and classrooms.
