The Economic Divide at Pushkar Fair: Buffaloes and Horses Worth Crores While Camel Values Struggle Despite Ban Lift

Oct 30, 2025 05:00 pm CST

At Rajasthan's iconic Pushkar Fair, a stark economic contrast is emerging where prized buffaloes like Balveer and horses like Badal command prices exceeding one crore rupees, while camels - once the backbone of the desert economy - struggle with valuations between Rs 10,000-1 lakh. Despite the government lifting the camel transportation ban, owners continue facing bureaucratic hurdles, threatening the recovery of this traditional desert livelihood and the survival of Rajasthan's dwindling camel population.