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Madurai Bulls Undergo Rigorous Health Checks for Pongal Jallikattu
3 Jan
Summary
- Health screening for jallikattu bulls started in Madurai on January 1.
- Bulls must be of indigenous origin, over two years old, and 120 cm tall.
- Horn bluntness or rubber stoppers are mandatory for safety before competitions.
In preparation for the Pongal festival's jallikattu events, rigorous health screenings for bulls commenced in Madurai on January 1. Veterinary teams are meticulously assessing each animal to ensure fitness for the high-energy competitions, marking a crucial step for bull owners after months of dedicated training.
The Avaniyapuram jallikattu, scheduled for January 15, is driving the full-swing examinations at the Avaniyapuram Government Veterinary Dispensary. Key eligibility criteria include being of indigenous origin, a minimum age of two years, and a height of 120 cm. Bulls' vision, mobility, and ability to withstand crowd pressure are also evaluated, with lean animals being disallowed.
Ensuring participant safety, bulls' horns must be checked for bluntness, with rubber stoppers mandated if necessary. Once fitness certificates are issued, owners must upload them online to register their bulls for the competitions, finalizing their entry into the world-renowned jallikattu events.
