Revenue department

Tamil Nadu Backward Classes: Tamil Nadu Backward Classes and Welfare Minister Siva V. Meyyanathan inaugurated the Jallikattu festival at the Muthumariamman Temple Masit Festival in Kovilur, near Alangudi in Pudukkottai district on Tuesday.

The minister officially launched the event by reading the Jallikattu pledge and hoisting the flag. This year's competition features 700 bulls and 300 bull handlers.