In the Kalia Upazila of Narail district, a cross-bred Friesian-Sahiwal bull, appropriately named Bahubali, has become a focal point of interest ahead of the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha. Raised at the “Rahul-Riya Agro Farm” in Khororia Minapara, the bull weighs approximately 1,100 kilograms (equivalent to 28 maunds). The farm owner, Ripon Mia, has set an asking price of 1 million BDT (10 lakh) for the animal.
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Physical Attributes and Maintenance
Bahubali stands 6 feet tall and measures 14 feet in length. Due to its immense size, the owner reports that a team of 10 to 12 individuals is required to move the bull safely from its shed. Ripon Mia acquired the bull approximately two and a half years ago from the Alamdanga Haat in Chuadanga, at which time it weighed only 200 kilograms.
The maintenance of such a large animal requires significant resources. The daily expenditure for Bahubali’s nutrition and care ranges between 800 BDT and 900 BDT. To manage the heat during power outages, the bull is frequently cooled with water by the owner’s family.
Statistical Overview of Bahubali
The following table provides the specific dimensions and commercial details of the bull as verified by the farm owner:
| Attribute | Specification |
| Breed | Friesian-Sahiwal Cross |
| Weight | 1,100 kg (28 Maunds) |
| Length | 14 Feet |
| Height | 6 Feet |
| Teeth Count | 2 |
| Daily Upkeep Cost | 800 – 900 BDT |
| Asking Price | 1,000,000 BDT |
Farm Background and Expert Opinion
The “Rahul-Riya Agro Farm” commenced operations in 2018. Currently, the farm houses 22 bulls prepared for the sacrificial market, including 21 Sahiwal cattle and the singular Friesian-Sahiwal cross, Bahubali. Ripon Mia has expressed a specific preference for selling the bull to the Member of Parliament for Narail-1, Jahangir Biswas, at a fair market valuation.
Rashedul Huq, the District Livestock Officer for Narail, has identified Bahubali as the largest bull in the district. He confirmed that the livestock at this farm are raised using natural methods, without the use of artificial growth stimulants. The department expressed hope that the farmer would receive a justified price to encourage continued agricultural investment in the region.
Public Interest
The farm attracts daily visitors from various regions, including Narail city. Observers have noted the bull’s impressive stature and dual-tone (black and white) appearance. Local visitors, such as Sifat Kazi and Sohel Rana, have remarked on the rarity of such a large specimen in the local market, noting its generally calm temperament despite its imposing physical presence.
