Thu May 29 13:02:49 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
Jallikattu events were held in Sengurichi and Pinnavasal villages in the Tiruchi district of Tamil Nadu, India on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The events resulted in a total of 63 injuries. 586 bulls and 156 tamers participated in Sengurichi, resulting in 25 injuries. 624 bulls and 194 tamers participated in Pinnavasal, resulting in 38 injuries. Most injuries were treated on-site, with a few individuals being hospitalized.
**News Article:**
**63 Injured in Jallikattu Events Across Tiruchi District**
**TIRUCHI, May 29, 2025** – Traditional Jallikattu events held today in Sengurichi and Pinnavasal villages in the Tiruchi district resulted in 63 injuries, according to local police.
The event in Sengurichi saw 586 bulls released into the arena, with 156 tamers attempting to subdue the animals. Authorities reported 25 individuals sustained injuries, with six requiring hospitalization. The remaining 19 were treated at a medical facility set up at the event site.
In Pinnavasal, 624 bulls were released, and 194 tamers participated. Thirty-eight injuries were reported, with three individuals referred to a hospital for further treatment. The remaining 35 injured participants were treated as outpatients at the venue.
Jallikattu, a traditional bull-taming sport, is a significant part of Tamil culture and is held during the Pongal harvest festival. The events are often controversial due to safety concerns for both participants and animals.
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