Over 700 bulls take part in Thammampatti jallikattu in Salem district
Over 450 tamers and 700 bulls took part in the Jallikattu held at Thammampatti in the Gangavalli block on Wednesday. The arena was filled with coir pith to ensure the safety of both the tamers and the bulls.
District Collector R. Brindha Devi flagged off the event, and the tamers were administered a pledge before the event commenced. The temple bull was the first to be released through the vaadivasal and was allowed to run freely. Subsequently, the bulls were released and tamers showcased their skills in attempting to tame them.
Bulls were brought from nearby villages and districts, including Mullukurichi, Tiruchi, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Madurai, Pattukottai, and a few others. Prizes and gifts were awarded to both the successful tamers and the bulls.
Only bulls certified fit by veterinarians from the Department of Animal Husbandry were allowed to participate. The event continued until 4.30 p.m., after which prizes were distributed to the winners. A large number of police personnel were deployed to prevent any untoward incidents.
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Over 700 bulls take part in Thammampatti jallikattu in Salem district
Over 450 tamers and 700 bulls took part in the Jallikattu held at Thammampatti in the Gangavalli block on Wednesday. The arena was filled with coir pith to ensure the safety of both the tamers and the bulls. District Collector R. Brindha Devi flagged off the event, and the tamers were administered a pledge before the event commenced. The temple bull was the first to be released through the vaadivasal and was allowed to run freely. Subsequently, the bulls were released and tamers showcased their skills in attempting to tame them. Bulls were brought from nearby villages and districts, including Mullukurichi, Tiruchi, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Madurai, Pattukottai, and a few others. Prizes and gifts were awarded to both the successful tamers and the bulls. Only bulls certified fit by veterinarians from the Department of Animal Husbandry were allowed to participate. The event continued until 4.30 p.m., after which prizes were distributed to the winners. A large number of police personnel were deployed to prevent any untoward incidents.
