Sun May 18 11:49:34 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
Jallikattu events held in Pullambadi (Tiruchi district) and Rangiyam (Pudukottai district) on Sunday resulted in a total of 58 injuries. In Pullambadi, 33 individuals were injured out of 734 bulls released and 211 tamers participating; two were hospitalized and 31 treated as outpatients. Rangiyam’s event, featuring 302 bulls and 70 tamers, led to 25 injuries, with six hospitalized and 19 treated as outpatients.
**News Article:**
**58 Injured in Jallikattu Events Across Tiruchi and Pudukottai Districts**
**TIRUCHI, May 18, 2025** – Jallikattu, the traditional bull-taming sport, saw 58 people injured in events held in Pullambadi village (Tiruchi district) and Rangiyam (Pudukottai district) this past Sunday.
The event in Pullambadi witnessed the release of 734 bulls, with 211 tamers participating. Police sources confirmed 33 individuals sustained injuries, with two requiring hospitalization and 31 receiving outpatient treatment at the scene.
In Rangiyam, 302 bulls were released and 70 tamers participated. Twenty-five injuries were reported, with six individuals hospitalized and 19 treated as outpatients.
The events continue to draw large crowds, highlighting the cultural significance of Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu despite the inherent risks involved. Authorities continue to monitor safety protocols and provide medical assistance at these events.
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