Tamil Nadu Govt Permits 'Jallikattu' With COVID Restrictions

The Tamil Nadu government on December 23 gave permission to celebrate 'Jallikattu', a traditional bull taming sport, under restrictive guidelines. For the sport to be played during Pongal, the government has allowed just 300 bull tamers and 150 racers to participate that too only after submission of COVID-19 negative report. Reducing the spectators' strength to 50%, the standard procedure has mandated thermal screening, masks and social distancing during Jallikattu, Manjuvirattu, and Vadamadu events.