Significant Police Presence for Alanganallur Jallikattu; Udhayanidhi Stalin to Attend
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Synopsis
A substantial police force will be on duty for the Alanganallur Jallikattu in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, featuring the attendance of Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin. The event, part of the Pongal celebrations, has drawn attention following a tragic incident at the recent Avaniyapuram Jallikattu.
Key Takeaways
- Heavy police deployment for Jallikattu events.
- 2,300 officers assigned for security.
- Recent events saw a tragic accident.
- Winners received significant prizes.
- Only registered bull owners can participate.
Chennai, Jan 15 (NationPress) A significant police presence will be mobilized for the Alanganallur Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu's Madurai district on Thursday, coinciding with the attendance of Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin.
Inspector General of Police, South Zone, Prem Anand Sinha, will be in charge of the force's entire deployment.
A total of 2,300 police officers will be assigned for security duties during the two-day Jallikattu celebrations at Palamedu and Alanganallur in the district starting Wednesday.
As per the Madurai district police, personnel have been summoned from surrounding districts to assist local law enforcement. Five Deputy Commissioners of Police, along with the Commissioner, will oversee the preparations.
The Avaniyapuram Jallikattu (Madurai district), which took place on Pongal day (January 14), resulted in a tragic incident where bull tamer Naveen Kumar from Madurai died after being struck in the chest by a bull. He was taken to the Madurai Government Medical College Hospital but ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
Furthermore, 75 participants sustained injuries, with several experiencing multiple fractures.
In the Avaniyapuram Jallikattu, the top bull, owned by Malayandi, skillfully evaded numerous tamers and won a tractor as the grand prize.
Karthik was recognized as the best performer for taming 19 bulls and received a car. Ranjit Kumar of Avaniyapuram earned Rs 1 lakh in cash for successfully handling a fierce bull.
Prizes were awarded on behalf of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin (tractor) and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin (car). Other participants were given motorcycles and various rewards.
For the upcoming Palamedu and Alanganallur Jallikattu events, local law enforcement has stipulated that only bull owners with valid tokens will be allowed to participate.
Owners are required to present their tokens and Aadhaar cards for entry.
It is important to highlight that Jallikattu, a traditional sport celebrated during the Pongal festivities, dates back to 400-100 BCE.
The name “Jallikattu” originates from jalli (silver and gold coins) and kattu (tied). Also known as sallikkattu, this historical sport typically occurs on the third day of Pongal, known as Mattu Pongal. During the event, a bull is released into a crowd, and participants attempt to tame it by gripping its hump. Breeds such as Pulikulam and Kangayam are commonly utilized, with victorious bulls fetching high prices and being sought after for breeding purposes. The Jallikattu Premier League was initiated in 2018 by the Tamil Nadu Jallikattu Peravai and the Chennai Jallikattu Amaippu to further promote the sport.
