Peshawar: (RightNow) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s auction of Markhor trophy hunting permits has generated record revenue. The auction held in Chitral and Kohistan brought in $1,211,800.

The auction revenue from Markhor permits increased by $266,000 compared to last year. This amounts to approximately 7.5 crore rupees in Pakistani currency.

Significant bids were placed for permits in various areas of Chitral and Kohistan. The permits for Chitral’s Toshi 1 and Toshi 2 were auctioned for $320,600 and $335,600, respectively.

Eighty percent of the revenue from Markhor trophy hunting will be allocated to the local community. The remaining 20 percent will go to the government treasury, benefiting the local economy.

It is important to note that the Markhor is Pakistan’s national animal, protected by international laws. This auction was conducted under these regulations.