Tamil Nadu to hold first Jallikattu of 2026 on January 3 in Thatchankurichi
Updated On: 01 January, 2026 09:54 AM IST | Chennai | IANS
This officially marks the beginning of the state’s annual bull-taming season, as the village holds a unique place in Tamil Nadu’s Jallikattu tradition, customarily hosting the first event of every season
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People participate in bull taming event during jallikattu in Tamil Nadu’s Madurai district. Image for representational purpose only. Photo Courtesy: PTI
The Tamil Nadu government has granted permission for the first Jallikattu event of 2026 to be held on January 3 at Thatchankurichi village in Pudukkottai district, officially marking the beginning of the state’s annual bull-taming season.
The approval was issued through a government gazette by the Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Department.
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