27-07-2025
'Saral Vizha' in Courtallam ends with colourful dog show
The annual 'Saral Vizha' in Courtallam, which commenced on July 20, concluded here on Sunday.
The events for the 'Saral Vizha' was organised at the Kalaivanar auditorium in Courtallam, where cultural programs and various competitions were held every day. A flower exhibition was also organised for six days at the Eco Park near the Courtallam waterfalls.
The eight-day long festival concluded with a grand finale presided over by District Collector A.K. Kamal Kishore. The final day featured traditional dance, dramas, folk art performances, 'Mayilattam' and musical programs.
As part of the celebrations, a dog show was held at the Viswanathar Park in Courtallam. The event showcased 150 dogs belonging to 30 different breeds. A team of professors of Government Veterinary College in Tirunelveli examined the dogs' health and performance and selected the best ones.
Special prizes were awarded to the top performing dogs in all 30 breeds, including native breeds and foreign breeds, with the top two winners in each category receiving special awards.
The event was attended by officials from Department of Animal Husbandry and veterinarians.
