Gilgit-Baltistan's Trophy Hunt Auction | Pakistan News

Pakistan News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 2m

Gilgit-Baltistan is set to auction hunting permits for the 2026-27 season, offering rare trophies like markhor, blue sheep, and ibex—with bids starting at $200K, $25K, and $11K respectively. The September 10 auction in Jutial kicks off a hunt spanning from October to April next year, restricted to protected zones. While the program has generated over $350 million in revenue—falling short of its $550 million goal—it’s sparked controversy: unused permits, security issues, and protests have hurt profits, while local businesses warn rising prices threaten regional competitiveness. Supporters…