Tamil Nadu: Bull tamer succumbs to injuries at Jallikattu event in Alanganallur

ANI February 21, 2025 355 views

A skilled 23-year-old bull tamer named Pandi tragically lost his life during a Jallikattu event in Tamil Nadu. While attempting to control the third bull of the competition, he was severely injured in the stomach and head. Despite being quickly transported to Rajaji Hospital, Pandi could not survive his critical wounds. The Alanganallur police have initiated an investigation into this unfortunate incident.

"A dangerous moment in the centuries-old sport of bull taming" - Local Police Report
Tamil Nadu: Bull tamer succumbs to injuries at Jallikattu event in Alanganallur
Keelakarai, February 21: A Pandi, 23, a seasoned bull tamer from Alanganallur, died after being gored by a bull during a Jallikattu event at Kalaignar stadium in Keelakkarai, near Alanganallur, said police.

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23-year-old Pandi suffered fatal stomach and head injuries during Jallikattu

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Event occurred at Kalaignar stadium in Keelakkarai

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Rushed to Rajaji Hospital but could not survive

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Alanganallur police launched investigation

According to police, Pandi had participated in several Jallikattu events. While attempting to tame the third bull of the event, he was gored in the stomach and also suffered head injuries.

He was rushed to government Rajaji Hospital for treatment but succumbed to his injuries.

The Alanganallur police have registered a case and launched an investigation, the police added.

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