Thursday, 8 March 2018

Jallikattu Report : Jan., 2018


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CONTENTS
·        INTRODUCTION
·        AN ANALYSIS OF TRUTH  BEHIND JALLIKATTU
·        THE STORY OF YOUNGSTER’S’ PROTESTS ON BAN 
·        ACTS RULES AND GUIDELINES
·        ENACTMENT OF TN PCA (AMENDMENT) ACT.2017
·        ENACTMENT OF TN PCA (AMENDMENT) ACT.2017
·        ACTS RULES AND GUIDELINES
·        PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS (TAMIL NADU AMENDMENT) ACT , 2017
·        AWBI GUIDELINES ON CONDUCT OF JALLIKATTU EVENT
·        AUTHORIZATION
·        MINUTES OF THE 1ST  MEETING
·        INSPECTION REPORTS
·        OVERALL SUMMARY OF INSPECTION (TILL NOW FOR ADMINISTRATIVE USE)








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INTRODUCTION:
The Animal Races are common phenomenon around the globe and also in India since generations. It can be Horse race, Bull race, Bullockcart race, Camel race, Polo, Chogan etc. Importance of these events are attached with traditional rituals also.
THE JALLIKATTU The Jallikattu (or Sallikkattu), also known as Eru thazhuvuthal  and Manju virattu, is a traditional sport in which a Bos indicus.bull, commonly of the Kangayam, Pullicovil, Ambavadi etc  breeds is released into Arena. Human participants attempt to grab the large hump of the bull with both arms and hang on to it while the bull attempts to escape. Participants hold the hump for as long as possible, attempting to bring the bull to a stop. In some cases, participants must ride long enough to remove flags on the bull's horns Jallikattu is typically practiced in the Indian state of TamilNadu aa part of Pongal celebrations on  worshiping days commencing from Mattu Pongal in Mid January and prolong till end May every year  .

Etymology -Ancient Tamil  Sangams described the practice as Yeru thazhuvuthal  (Tamil:  ஏறு தழுவல்),literally "bullembracing" Themodernterm Jallikattu (ஜல்லிக்கட்டு) isderived from  salli  (coins) and kattu (package), which refers to a prize of coins that are tied to the bull's horns and that participants attempt to retrieve.Manju virattu (மஞ்சு விரட்டு)literally means"bull  chasing".
History : Jallikatu has been known to be practiced during the Tamil classical period (400-100 the ancient people Aayars BC 2,500Years old) It was common among who lived in the ‘Mullai’ geographical division of the ancient Tamil country. Later, it became a platform for display of bravery and prizes were introduced for participation encouragement. A seal from the Indus Valley Civilization depicting the practice is preserved in the National Museum,New  Delhi.
Lord Shiva is known 1st tamer & A cave painting in white kaolin discovered near  Madurai depicting a lone man trying to control   a bull is estimated to be about 2,500years old. Human and humane relations are known from the commencement  of habitation. The largest Bull statue in Tanjvour’s  Pargitshver temple constructed by Chola dynasty more than 1,000 years earlier shows the pose of Bull participating in Jallikattu 
These animals were wealth denoting the prosperity of  a village. Particularly, Milch, draught animals like, Bulls, Buffalo, Horse, Camel, elephants are used etc are used for Agriculture, Irrigation, harvesting, oil extraction, prime movers, transportation, carriage,   
sports, worship etc in days of peace and also in war.
CONTROVERSY : An investigation by the Animal Welfare Board of India concluded that "jallikattu is inherently cruel to animals".Animal welfare organisations, the Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations(FIAPO) and PETA India have protested against the practice since 2004.
Protestors claims that Jallikattu is promoted as bull taming, but it exploits the bulls' natural nervousness as prey animals by deliberately placing them in a terrifying situation in which they are forced to run away from those they perceive as predators and the practice effectively involves catching a terrified animal. Along with human injuries and fatalities, sometimes bulls themselves sustain injuries which people believe as a bad omen for the village. Other animal welfare concerns surround the handling before the bulls are released. Practices include prodding the bull with sharp sticks or scythes, and extreme bending and biting of the bull's tail.
In 2011 silently by an executive order BULL was placed in Non Performing Animals along with Lions Tigers etc. This group of PFA, FIAPO, PeTA, HIS,CUPA,HAS, PFCI, USI, BLUE CROSS etc planned and involved AWBI. The game started. Mr. Mannilal Vilayte of PeTA, Abhishek Raje, Manoj Oswal of PFA Poona and PeTA prepared a Report on Jalli kttu and provided false and readymade evidence from ground reality  of  cruelties if any happened in the field  and  use of medicine, liquor injuries etc. are not an authentic information.
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AN ANALYSIS OF TRUTH  BEHIND  JALLIKATTU
For the greed of foreign funding , false & cooked information submitted  by AWBI to court under guidance of foreign agencies . Hence, it has to be withdrawn by AWBI immediately & a  high level enquiry to be conducted without further delay. The appointment of these persons and acceptance of their Report for the placement to Honourable Supreme Court of India itself is an urgent need of inquiry for verification of existing records and procedures followed by AWBI for gathering  of information.
Because , as a Government Organisation , the AWBI  was involved and  misused its powers in a pre-planned manner. Indeed , the AWBI should not invite outside agencies/foreign organisations for such sensitive and important issues related to culture, ethics, ecology , environment and socio-economic development related to agrarian society  of a unique State , is now  suffering from various challenges like water , food , natural calamities etc. Deliberately,  the  factual status of Jallikattu were kept behind  curtain and therefore , the petition was prepared and filed in Honourable Supreme Court of India by the followling agencies/agents working under influence/ guidance  of  foreign  organisations  and filed in Honorable Supreme Court of India by the following:
·  PETA - People for Ethical Treatment of Animals ( represented by Mrs.POORVA JOSHIPURA- CEO - PETA, India- Co-opted Member –
·  AWBI –Animal Welfare Board of India –Govt. of India,represented by its Chairman Maj.Gen(Retd) Dr.RM Kharb
·  FIAPO - Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organizations reprented by  Vice Chairman – AWBI, Chairman& Board Member – FIAPO- Trustee – USI- Chairman – BLUE CROSS- International Director, Member (Board of Trustees) – WSPA
·  CUPA Compassion Unlimited Plus Action Represented by-Mrs .Suprna  Ganguly
·  PFA People For Animals Smt.MENAKA GANDHI- Chair Person People For Animals(then MP& now Union Women & Child Welfare Minister)
·  HSI Humane Society InternationalNANDHITHA KRISHNA (W/o. Chinny Krishna)- Life Trustee – HAS- Member, Vice Chairman – BLUE CROSS- Trustee, Chairperson – HSI
·  Ms.RADHA RAJAN- Founder, Editor – Vigilonline
·  Ms.SOUMYA REDDY- Member - AWBI- Karnataka State Secretary, Mahila Congress-
·  Ms.GAURI MAULEKHI- Co-opted Member – AWBI- Executive Secretary – SPCA, Dehradun Co-Trustee  Member, Secretary – PFA- Consultant Min. of Women & Child Welfare
Petition was filed and argued by battery of highly paid Lawyers and millions were spent event towards Fee, transportation. The amount will be much more than total AWBI expenses. It is also a matter of serious investigation. In 2014 Honorable Supreme Court gave decision as this group planned
THE STORY OF YOUNGESTERS’ PROTESTS ON BAN :
The history of the Jallikattu ban by Supreme Court which is now protested by youngsters of Tamilnadu is a conspiracy and preplanned strategy of AWBI .
The Animal Welfare Board of India filed a case in the Supreme Court of India for an outright ban on Jallikattu because of the cruelty to animals and the threat to public safety involved.
On 27 November 2010, the Supreme Court permitted the Government of TamilNadu to allow Jallikattu for five months in a year and directed the District Collectors to make sure that the animals that participate in Jallikattu are registered to the Animal Welfare Board and in return the Board would send its representative to monitor the event
The Government of Tamil Nadu ordered that 2 lakh (US$3,000) be deposited by the organizers in case of an accident or injury during the event and enacted a rule to allow a team of veterinarians be present at the venue for certifying the bulls for participation in the event and to provide treatment for bulls that get injured.
The Ministry of Environment and Forests issued a notification in 2011 that banned the use of bulls as performing animals, thereby banning the event But the practice continued to be held under
Tamil Nadu Regulation of Jallikattu Act No 27 of 2009. On 7 May 2014, the Supreme Court of India struck down the state law and banned Jallikattu altogether.
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The Supreme Court noted that any flouting of the ban should result in penalties for cruelty to animals under The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. The court also asked the Government of India to amend the law on preventing cruelty to animals to bring bulls within its ambit. The Supreme Court also ruled that cruelty is inherent in these events, as bulls are not anatomically suited for such activities and making them participate is subjecting them to unnecessary pain and suffering, so such events were outlawed.
In May 2014, the Supreme Court of India banned the practice, citing animal welfare issues. On 8 January 2016, the Government of India passed an order exempting Jallikattu from all performances where bulls can not be used, effectively reversing the ban. However, on 14 January 2016, the Supreme Court of India upheld its ban on the event, leading to protests all over Tamil Nadu.
On 8 January 2016, the Ministry of Environment and Forests permitted the continuation of the tradition under certain conditions, effectively ending the ban; however, this was overturned by the Supreme Court on 26 July 2016.
On 16 January 2016, the World Youth Organization protested at Chennai against the stay on ban on conducting Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu. WYO also demanded a ban on PETA in India.
On 8 January 2017, some anonymous groups conducted a well organized rally at Chennai Marina opposing the ban on Jallikattu. The participants walked from the lighthouse to labour statue bearing posters saying ‘save Jallikattu'. It is reported that there were hundreds of participants in the rally. Given the well-planned nature nature of the agitations its vivid that several Christian NGOs are involved in fueling the agitation among the public. Intelligence officials had concluded that the Church, NGOs and various evangelist organisations and even Islamic organizations are funding and aiding this ban. few Churches openly conducted prayer mass and rally against the Supreme Court ruling Following the protests at Chennai, many students started rallies in various towns of Tamil Nadu.
After hearing the petitions which were led by the Animal Welfare Board of India challenging central government's notification, the Supreme Court of India on 12 January 2017 ordered a stay, issued notices to the central government and Tamil Nadu Government and later refused tolift the stay. Numerous Jallikattu events were held across Tamil Nadu in protest of the ban, and hundreds of participants were detained by police in response. The Supreme Court has agreed to delay its verdict on Jallikattu for a week following the Centre's request that doing so would avoid unrest.
Attorney General Mukul Rahotgi informed the Supreme Court bench that the people of Tamil Nadu are "passionate" about Jallikattu and that the issue is being resolved between the Centre and the State government. Central Government stand was openly criticized unethically by some Respected then AWBI members like Sri NG Jayasimha, Anjali Sharma etc
Enactment of TN PCA (Amendment) Act.2017
Tamilnadu Chief Minister Sri O Paneer selvam looking the burning Tamilnadu approached Central Government and brought an Ordinance on the subject and  TN Prevention of Cruelty to Animal(Amendment) Act 2017 was enacted with the accent of Governor TN.
The Change of guard at National level brought these illicit efforts in the notice of NDA Honourable Minister and Animal Welfare Division. AWBI was asked to proceed against the Ban BUT we saw the total defiance of ministry directions and legal process. AWBI proceeded along with above named petitioners to Hon’ble Court against Ministry orders of even pulling Bull out of non performing animals list.
AWBI Chairman Sri SP Gupta (former IAS) took the stand very clear by informing that AWBI mandate is not to go against any tradition or ritual but to see the events cruelty free, free from pain. A Jallikattu inspection team was organized to inspect, monitor, advise and report under the Convener ship of Ex AWBI Member Dr.SK Mittal LLM, Ph.D whose report on Slaughter Houses was accepted by Honorable supreme Court of India earlier.


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The AWBI prevents cruelty to animals , not any cultural and social celebrations –
OUR SUCCESS DEPENDS ON CO-OPERATION AND SUPPORT TO COMPLY THE JALLIKATTU GUIDELINES IN TAMILNADU :
THE CHAIRMAN, AWBI
New Delhi/ Chennai ; 8th Jan. , 2018
The Chairman of the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI), Shri SP Gupta , former IAS has cleared the stand on the issue of Jallikattu that Board will not take any chance where animals’ would be effected from any distress and pain .
Hence , our aim is to prevent cruelty to animal not to heart the sentiments and emotion of the people. Shri Gupta said that we have to respect and regard our traditions and culture of the State by making a balance without the cost of animals. The AWBI will not compromise with any cruelty and torture to animals and if any one is violating the Rules , we will take stringent action against the lawbreakers .
We are therefore , issuing the guidelines for organizing Jallikattu to insure the cruelty free event. However , the success depends on cooperation and support of Tamilnadu government to comply with guidelines in the State. “ The AWBI has formed an inspection team consisting of 6 members including Director Animal Husbandry(AHD), Tamilnadu to observe the Jallikattu events by collecting of photos and videos of events during the year. The DHT has been requested to nominate representatives to work with AWBI Team.

The inspection team has been requested to contact the district collectors concerned to coordinate the inspection where the event is proposed to organize. The Chairman , AWBI has said that only those bulls will be allowed to take part in event which are registered with Board. The Board has framed a complete set of guidelines for the conducting the events to prevent infliction of cruelty and unnecessary pain or any suffering of bulls (guidelines enclosed). The inspecting team is directed for the strict compliance of the guidelines and asked to submit the details of action taken report along with videography to Board for information and record”, said Chairman, AWBI .
Shri Gupta said that the Tamilnadu government has already been requested to take immediate action by issuing circulars/notifications as per guidelines of the AWBI to the authorities concerned to all the precautionary measures to use the bulls. The Board has requested the government to issue the district- wise notification and a copy of notification to be forwarded to AWBI in advance for further necessary action.For proper inspection, Chairman may visit the spots to ensure the inspection. He said that if required , the Board Members would be requested to join the inspection.
Acts rules and guidelines
Tamil Nadu Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Conduct of Jallikattu) Rules, 2017. 
APPENDIX to G.O(Ms)No.7, Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries
(AH3)Department, dated.21.01.2017
NOTIFICATION
Under sub-section (2) of section 3 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (Central Act 59 of 1960), as amended by the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
(Tamil Nadu Amendment) Ordinance, 2017(Tamil Nadu Ordinance 1 of 2017), the Governor of Tamil Nadu hereby makes the following Rules, namely:—
RULES
1. Short title.— These rules may be called the Tamil Nadu Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Conduct of Jallikattu) Rules, 2017.
2. Definition.— In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires,—
(1) ‘Act’ means the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (Central Act 59 of 1960);
(2) “Collector” means the Collector of the Revenue District.
3. PROCEDURE FOR CONDUCT OF JALLIKATTU
(1) Any individual, organization or group, herein called as organisers, intending to conduct Jallikattu in such places and on such days as may be notified by the Government under clause (dd) of section 2 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (Central Act 59 of 1960), shall inform in writing to the Collector of the District .
(2) The organizers shall also obtain prior permission from the Collector for the persons as well as their bulls for participating in the Jallikattu event. The
Collector shall ensure that the names and other particulars of the participants in the Jallikattu are registered.

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(3) The Collector shall, on grant of permission for any Jallikattu, cause aninspection of the venue selected for the conduct of Jallikattu.
(4) The Collector shall form a ‘Committee on Jallikattu’ comprising of officialsfrom Revenue, Animal Husbandry, Police and Health Departments to
oversee and monitor the conduct of Jallikattu and ensure that the Jallikattu is conducted in conformity with these rules.
(5) The organizers shall ensure that the bulls are put to proper test by the authorities of the Animal Husbandry Department and that no performance
enhancement drugs, irritants, etc. are administered to the bulls in anyform.
(6) The Collector shall, with the assistance of experts of Animal Husbandry Department, ensure that the bulls are free from any diseases and not
intoxicated or administered with any substance with the object of making them more aggressive or ferocious.
(7) The organizers shall conduct Jallikattu in a open ground with the following facilities.
(a) The bulls shall be provided rest for a minimum of 20 minutes before they are brought into the arena.
(b) In the holding area, each bull shall be provided adequate space to exhibit the normal behaviour. Each bull shall be provided a minimum space of 60 square feet. Adequate feed and water shall be provided to the bulls and they shall be allowed to perform their normal physiological functions. The owner of the bull shall always be by the side of the bull to assure the psychological safety and security of the bull.
(c) The bulls shall be under the constant monitoring of Veterinarians of the Animal Husbandry Department and Police Personnel to ensure the safety, security and the well being of the bulls.
(d) The bulls shall be thoroughly observed for any physical injuries to the body parts like mutilated ears, fractured tail, etc. by Veterinarians of the Animal Husbandry Department. If any injury is found, they shall not be permitted to participate in the event and shall be sent back.
(e) The bull holding area shall be provided with adequate roofing (shamiana / thatched roof) so as to protect the bulls from rain orsunlight.
(f) The holding area shall be maintained neat, clean and hygienic. All wastes like dung and organic wastes shall be cleared then and there and disinfectants shall be used liberally to ensure complete hygiene.
(g) Closed circuit cameras shall be fixed at vantage points and all the activities shall be monitored and recorded.
4. EXAMINATION OF BULLS :-
(1) The bulls shall be compulsorily subjected to veterinary examination by the qualified veterinarians of Animal Husbandry Department.
(2) The participating bulls shall be examined for general health by clinical
examination. Bulls showing symptoms of fatigue, dehydration, restlessness, etc. shall be identified and not permitted to participate further in the event.
(3) The bulls shall also be specifically examined for possible alcohol abuse and any animal which is subjected to such abuse shall not be permitted to participate in the event.
(4) The bulls shall be taken to the entry point from where their nose ropes shall be undone by the owners and the bull is let inside the arena.
(5) The bull examination area shall be provided with roofing (shamiana /thatched roof) so as to protect the bulls from rain or sunlight.
5. ARENA:
(1) Arena shall be at least a 50 square metre area. The bulls have to be embraced by the participants within this 50 square metre area.
(2) The participants shall not be permitted to stand in front of the bulls as they enter the arena. They shall also not be permitted to block the exit way for the bulls. The participants shall be permitted only to embrace the bulls by their hump and run along with the bull for 15 metres or for30 seconds or sustain three jumps of the bull. The participants shall not hold on to the tail, horns using their hands or restrict the movement of the bulls by holding on to the bulls’ legs. The participants violating these guidelines shall be liable to be debarred from participating further in the event. The 15 metre area shall be liberally strewn with coir pith for cushioning effect to prevent any injuries to the bulls or participants.
6. BULL RUN AREA:
(1) The area after the bull embrace area upto the Bull collection yard is the Bull Run area. A strong double barricade should separate the
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constructed from atleast 15 metres beyond the point where the bulls are released so as to minimize the noise from the spectators at the time of the bull release.
(2) After the run of 15 metres, when the bulls enter the bull run area, theparticipants are not to be allowed to touch the bulls. The Bull Run area should cover a minimum of 100 metres length to facilitate the bulls to the exit without any anxiety into the collection yard. The entire activity starting from entry of the bulls into the arena upto the bull collection yard shall be completed in 60 to 120 seconds.
7. BULL COLLECTION YARD:
(1) The bull collection yard shall be made out of bounds for others. Only the bull owners or their authorised personnel shall be allowed to enter the bull
collection yard. A minimum of 60 square feet area shall be made available for each bull and at a time. The bulls after completing the run will enter the collection yard, which shall also be a double barricaded area. The owner or a person authorised by the owner who is familiar with the bull shall receive the bull at the collection yard and peg it. Water and feed shall be provided to the bull. After ensuring adequate rest for the bull (minimum of 20 minutes), the bulls shall be taken back home by the owners.
(2) The bull collection yard shall be provided with roofing (shamiana / thatched roof) so as to protect the bulls from rain or sunlight. Closedcircuit cameras shall be fixed at vantage points in the bull collection area and all the activities shall be recorded. A Veterinary team shall be posted in the collection yard so as to provide immediate attention to the bulls that have completed the event. A posse of police personnel shall also be present in the collection area.
8. SETTING UP OF GALLERY :-
(1) The organizers shall fix up the gallery for the spectators to sit and watch the event and the gallery shall be made with strong structures duly certified by the Public Works Department officials.
(2) The Collector shall ensure double barricading of the arena at the minimum of eight feet height so that bulls will not jump the double barricading and cause injuries to the spectators.
(3) The Collector shall ensure that the number of spectators in the gallery shall not exceed the limit prescribed by the Public Works Department.
9. MISCELLANEOUS :-
(1) The participants shall be put to thorough check up by a medical team constituted by Collector shall ensure deployment of additional medical facilities like extra ambulance vehicle, serving doctors, veterinarians etc., for ensuring the safety of the participants as well as the bulls. The Collector shall strictly ensure that the bulls are not physically abused just before it is released into the arena. Further, the nose rope / face rope of the bull should be snapped only by the owner or his representative in the presence of theauthorised officials.
(2) All the structures in the arena including barricades, bull collection yard, etc., wherein the bulls might come in contact during the conduct of the event must not have sharp protruding ends that might cause injuries to the bulls.
(3) Emergency exits to facilitate swift removal of bulls must be provided. Provision for emergency transportation of participants as well as bulls in case of medical emergencies must be ensured at the venue.
(4) The Collector shall ensure to videograph the entire event and provide the same to the Government as and when required.
GAGANDEEP SINGH BEDI
SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT
Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries Department

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017.
[Regd. No. TN/CCN/467/2012-14.
GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU [R. Dis. No. 197/2009. 2017
TAMIL NADU GOVERNMENT GAZETTE EXTRAORDINARY PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
No. 20] CHENNAI, TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2017Thai 18, Thunmugi, Thiruvalluvar Aandu–2048
Part IV—Section 2
Tamil Nadu Acts and Ordinances
Ex-IV-2(20)Short title and Commencement.
The following Act of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly received the assent of the President on the 31st January 2017 and is hereby published for general information:-
ACT No. 1 OF 2017.An Act to amend the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 so as to preserve the cultural heritage of the State of Tamil Nadu and to ensure the survival and wellbeing of the native breeds of bulls.
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BE it enacted by the Legislative Assembly of the State of Tamil Nadu in the Sixty-seventh Year of the Republic of India as follows:—
1. (1) This Act may be called the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017.
(2) It shall be deemed to have come into force on the 21st day of January 2017.
2. In section 2 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act,1960 (hereinafter referred to as the principal Act), after clause (d), the following clause shall
be inserted, namely:—
“(dd) ‘’Jallikattu’’ means an event involving bulls conducted with a view to follow tradition and culture on such days from the months of January to May of a calendar year and in such places, as may be notified by the State Government, and includes “manjuviratu”, “vadamadu” and “erudhuvidumvizha”.”.
3. Section 3 of the principal Act shall be re-numbered as sub-section (1)
of that section and after sub-section (1) as so re-numbered, the following sub-section shall be added, namely:—Central Act 59 of 1960. Amendmentof section 2.
Amendment of
“(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), conduct of ‘Jallikattu’, subject to such rules and regulations as may be framed by the State Government, shall be permitted.”.
4. In section 11 of the principal Act, in sub-section (3), after clause (e), the following clause shall be added, namely:—
“(f) the conduct of ‘Jallikattu’ with a view to follow and promote tradition and culture and ensure preservation of native breeds of bulls as also their safety, security and well being.”.
5. The following proviso shall be added to section 22 of the principal Act, namely:—
“Provided that nothing contained in this section shall apply to conduct of ‘Jallikattu’.”.
6. In section 27 of the principal Act, after clause (b), the following clause shall be added, namely:—
“(c) the conduct of ‘Jallikattu’ with a view to follow and promote tradition and culture and ensure survival and continuance of native breeds of bulls.”.
7. After section 28 of the principal Act, the following section shall be inserted, namely:—
“28-A. Saving in respect of ‘Jallikattu’.— Nothing contained in this Act shall apply to ‘Jallikattu’ conducted to follow and promote tradition and culture and such conduct of ‘Jallikattu’ shall not be an offence under this Act.”.
8. (1) The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Ordinance, 2017 is hereby repealed.
(2) Notwithstanding such repeal, anything done or any action taken under the principal Act, as amended by the said Ordinance, shall be deemed to have been done or taken under the principal Act, as amended by this Act.
Amendment of section 11. Amendment ofsection 22. Amendment of section 27 Insertion of new section 28-A. Tamil Nadu Ordinance 1 of 2017.
Repeal and saving.PRINTED AND PUBLISHED BY THE DIRECTOR OF STATIONERY AND PRINTING, CHENNAION BEHALF OF THE GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU (By order of the Governor)                       S.S. POOVALINGAM, Secretary to Government-in-charge, Law Department
AWBI GUIDELINES ON CONDUCT OF JALLIKATTU EVENT
i. Jallikattu event involving bulls will be conducted in such places, as notified by the State Government in Tamil Nadu.
ii. It is stated that the Government of Tamil Nadu has enacted Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Act, 2017 and Tamil Nadu Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Conduct of Jallikattu) Rules, 2017 which allows the conduct of Jallikattu. As per Rule 3 of the Tamil Nadu Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Conduct of Jallikattu) Rules, 2017, it specifies in detail about the procedure for conduct of Jallikattu and in addition to this, the Board is issuing the following guidelines along with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India as given below:
iii. (i)The Collectors of the districts in Tamilnadu shall ensure that the animals performing in the Jallikatu and related events are registered in accordance with Chapter V of the 1960 Act, and the rules thereunder and the requirements of the said Act are fulfilled.
iv. (ii)The Collectors shall ensure that the conditions imposed in regard to the exhibition and participation of the animals shall be implemented and followed by the persons organising the events and the owners of the registered animals.
v. (iii)In view of the fact that the respective Collectors will have the information about the Jallikatu and other events at least one month prior to the actual events, the Collectors shall notify the Chennai Chapter of Animal Welfare Board of India, (under acknowledgement), about the events to enable the Animal Welfare Board to depute its representatives/animal inspectors/volunteers to be observers for the events.
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vi. (iv) Double-barricading of the arena or the way through which the bulls pass through in order to avoid injuries to the spectators and by-standers who can be permitted to remain within the barricades;
vii. (v) Fixing up of gallery for the spectators to sit and watch the proceedings. The gallery should be made with strong sticks to permit occupation;
viii. (vi) The number of occupants in the Gallery should not exceed the limit prescribed by Public Works Department to avoid collapsing of the gallery. A safety certificate should be obtained from the local Public Works Department authorities;
ix. (vii) The persons who wish to bring their bulls should obtain prior permission and the organizers shall see that the bulls are put to proper testing by Animal Husbandry authorities to ensure that performance enhancement drugs are not administered to the bulls in any form.
The authorities should also ensure issuance of certificate about the relative strength of the bulls from the Animal Husbandry Department officials. The Joint Director of Animal Husbandry shall requisition the services of the experts from the nearby dispensaries also. The animal selected should also be put to Nicotine Test, Cocaine Test before a certificate of suitability of the bulls to participate in the event is issued by the authorities;
x. (viii) The participants in the event should also enroll their names in advance to the revenue authorities. They should also be put to thorough check up by the Physicians available in the medical team and only after their certification about the suitability of the individuals; they should be allowed to participate in the event.
xi. (ix) Full fledged medical facility should be made available near the Area so that quick and immediate attention can be given to the injured participants. A mobile hospital and an ambulance with necessary life saving drugs must be kept ready to rush the injured to the Major hospitals, if warranted. The potency of the drugs must be ensured and got certified by Medial Officer of local Government Hospital. Taking expired tablets and drugs must be strictly avoided. Availability of Ambulances nearer the arena must be ensured. It sufficient ambulances are not available with the Government. Private ambulances must be secured and kept ready to meet emergent contingencies during the event.
xii. (x) Potable drinking water supply as well as sanitation facilities should be ensured by the local bodies (i.e.Village Panchayat and Block Panchayat) in the village where the event is scheduled.
xiii. (xi) As exclusive dress for the participation can also be thought of both for the sake of identification and to provide a charm to the heroic game. At Alanganallur, yellow colour banians were supplied free of cost to the participants which made identification of participants easy.
xiv. (xii) A Deputy Collector level Officer can be nominated to look after each item of event management like checking up of bulls, checking up of participants, checking up the barricading and gallery arrangements, medical facilities, water supply and sanitary arrangements etc.
xv. (xii) Police Department should work out a bandobust scheme and an Executive Magistrate is attached to the Special Police team.
xvi. (xiii) A preliminary meeting can be held with the organizers and the Participants’ at least one day before the date of event and rules are thoroughly explained to them. The rules can be framed in Tamil in a Pamphlet -format and distributed to create better awareness.
xvii. (xiv) Two co-ordination meetings of Officials can be held by the District Collector along with the Superintendent of Police first by preliminary arrangements and the second one 5 days before the event.
xviii. (xv) During the event one day insurance which is already in practice should be made compulsory for the bulls, bullocks, bull owners, participants.
i. (xvi) ID cards can be issued by the local organizations or temple trustees
xix. (xvii) Bull calves below the age of 3 & above the age of 15 shall not be eligible to participate in the event.
xx. (xviii) The Vadivasal (the entrance) should be 12×15 feet.
xxi. (xix) The event should be from 9am to 5pm.
xxii. State Govt. and District Administration will ensure that above guidelines are strictly followed. It will also be ensured that one representative of Animal Welfare Board of India will be associated with the inspection team having a representative of Animal Husbandry department.
xxiii. The following persons are authorized for the Inspection and the authorized team will inspect the events based on the prior intimation received from the State/District Authorities:
1)     Dr. S.K. Mittal, Mysore Convener / In –charge of Team & Members



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AUTHORIZATION
 



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MINUTES OF THE 1st MEETING
ANIMAL WELFARE BOARD OF INDIA , CHENNAI – 41
10-1-2018
MINUTES OF THE JALLIKATTU INSPECTION TEAM MEETING HELD AT AWBI HEADQUARTERS AT 11.30 AM PRESIDED BY THE CONVENOR TO DISCUSS THE ACTION PLAN REGARING THE JALLIKATTU EVENTS AND SUBSEQUENT WITH DIRECTOR, ANIMAL HUSANDRY, MINISTER, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY DEPARTMENT, GOVT. OF TAMIL NADU
The following Members have attended the Meeting:


1.     Dr. S.K. Mittal, Convener Inspection Team
2.     Ms. Gohar Aziz, Founder,
3.     Shri Vinod Jain, Chennai
4.     Shir Shravan Krishnan,PASC Member,AWBI
5.     Shri Antony Rubin, Ex-PASC Member, AWBI
6.     Shri M. Ravikumar, IFS, Secretary, AWBI
7.     Shri S.R. Sundaram,Legal Counsel, AWBI
8.     Dr. S. Bharat Kumar, HEO, AWBI and 14 others


Dr. S. K.Mittal, Convenor of the Inspection team has briefed the members about the action plan for conducting the inspection of the Jallikattu events to be held at various places in Tamil Nadu and the requirement for strictly following the guidelines and the Rules laid down for the conduct of Jallikattu events. It was discussed that the procedure to followed as per the proforma of the Inspection Report prepared by

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the AWBI along the list of documents to be verified during the inspection. The inspection report format was developed which is enclosed for the approval of Chairman, AWBI. The matter relating to security of the inspecting members and also the supporting hands were discussed in the meeting. It was emphasized that the recording of the events from the starting to the ending of the event including the meetings and has to be co-ordinated with the Animal Husbandry Department of the Govt. of Tamil Nadu and decided to meet the officials of the Animal Husbandry Department in the post session.
Glimpse of AWBI Jallikattu Inspection Team meeting presided by Conv.Dr SK Mittal-Seen Sec.AWBI SriRavikumar IFS
Meeting with Director AH Ms.Jayandhi IAS  Meeting with Pri.Secy AHF Dr.K Gopal IAS        Meeting Hon.AH Min UdamalaiRK adhakrishnan
During the discussion, it was observed that the guidelines provided for the space 12x15 feet for vadivasal(point of release of bull) is not suitable as already traditional vadivasals are made and it shall not be made mandatory or optional. As informed by the members the Jallikattu events would be held at several places and hence, more members shall be taken into the committee and the list of proposed members is enclosed for the approval of the Hon’ble Chairman. In the meeting, it was discussed that we need prior information from the Govt. of Tamil Nadu regarding where and when the events is held (place, date and timings). Hence,  Ms.S. Jayandhi, Director, AHD, TN was contacted and a meeting was fixed for one to one discussion.
Her office was visited by Dr. S.K. Mittal, Convenor, Dr. S.Bharat Kumar, HEO, AWBI, Shri S.R. Sundaram, Legal Counsel, AWBI, Ms. Gohar Aziz and Shri S. Raja Marthandan, Invitee. The matter was discussed in length and vital information like last year’s list of jallikattu event and their inspection, hoarding / awareness as per legal requirement were shown to the committee and also it was decided to work in tandem. DrA.yub Khan, Deputy Director, (Incharge Jallikattu) briefed the committee about the action plan of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
A meeting was arranged by the Director, AHD with the Hon’ble Minister Shri Udumalai K. Radhakrishnan and Dr. K. Gopal, IAS, Principal Secretary, AH and F, Govt. of Tamil Nadu. The Committee met the Hon’ble Minister and the Principal Secretary, AH and F with the officials of the department. The Board’s role and mandate was discussed with them and a joint effort to make the jallikattu events in Tamil Nadu free from cruelty with complete reporting was finalized. The Animal Husbandry officials appreciated the AWBI’s move and assured full co-operation and joint action for cruelty free Jallikattu events. 
The gazette notification was yet to be issued and is in process. A list of places where the jallikattu events are to be held was handed over to the Committee. It was also agreed that on information from AWBI to AHD, suitable for stay, security will be made by the department. The major events looks to be held on 14th, 15th and 16th of January, 2018 in Madurai District, Tamil Nadu. Submitted for kind perusal and further directions of Hon’ble Chairman, AWBI.
Dr. S.K. Mittal, Convener

Observation and Suggestion

·     The Press coverage of Honorable Chairman AWBI Sri SP Gupta in ec.2018 on JALLIKATTU and the mandate  kept the ball rolling and a Committee for inspection of Jallikattu events was formed.

·     1st meeting of the Committee was held on 10.01.2018 at AWBI Chennai office and was attended by 25 animal lovers as called by AWBI and/or Bharat Pranimitra Sangh Chennai

·     It was surprising that AWBI had no record of inspections, if any had been done in earlier years. No contact was seen among Tamilnadu Animal Husbandry & other Departments on the issue though through Press Release Guidelines were issued.

·     Committee planned to inspect not all but some important Jallikattu events looking the shortage of time and number of events. It also decided to meet Animal Husbandry officials to get 1st hand information.

·     Dr.SK Mittal, HEO Dr. Bharatkumar, Smt. Gauhar Aziz, Sri Raja Martand visited Directorate of Animal Husbandry and met respected Director Smt. Jayandhi IAS, Principle Secretary AHF Dr.K.Gopal & Honorable Animal Husbandry Minister Mr. Udumalai K.Radhakrishnan

·     Director AH was very happy with AWBI move and even Dy director incharge showed all paper cuttings carrying Honorable Chairman’s Statement that Government is against Cruelty and Pain and not against Tradition or ritual etc.

·     Information regarding Jallikattu events held in 2017 was provided to us along with steps taken for making the Painless and Cruelty free  EVENTS given to us and an assurance of whole hearted support during AWBI inspection to different events.

·     1st Pre inspection was made on 13th January at Avaniypuram in Madurai District. Team was satisfied with all floor arrangements and could stress at various points to be taken care to make the event Painless and Cruelty free.

·     On 14th Jan., 6.30 am we were at the venue and could see hundreds of Bulla and Bull owners reaching assembly point. Following points were covered during the inspection.

1.     Whether the event is attached with some tradition
2.     What are the rituals followed in the event
3.     Assembly point
4.     Medical Check up point
5.     Water and fodder arrangements
6.     Passage from medical point to Vadivassal
7.     Cruelty if any in Vadivassal
8.     Arena
9.     Viewer’s Gallery
10. Collection point
11. Medical arrangements for Human & Humane treatment
12. Insurance

In the Jallikattu Events inspected so far we observed that
1.     All the events are attached with old tradition with Temples. At the commencement we saw the Temple Bulls were worshipped at Vadi Vassal by the Temple Priest, Collector, Dignitaries and Organizing Committee members. Even TN CM & DCM performed the puja to these temple Bulls.Oath was taken by all Tamers in line with all Acts & Rules before commencing the event



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2.     Total time provided to each Bull and the Tamer was appx. 60 Seconds. i.e. Removal of thread from Bull mouth, Bull entering in Arena, Tamer jumping on Bull’s Hump, etc seen consuming 60 Seconds.
3.     Observed that Bulls Assembly point in specious place BUT that Transport of Animal Rules of PCA Act and Sect. 125 E of Motor Vehicle Act were seen in violation.It was brought to the notice of concerned authorities to be followed in letter and spirit.
4.     Sufficient Teams of Doctors from Animal Husbandry Department to see that each participating Bull is examined thoroughly about its age, fitness, Toxicities, illness were observed. For example in every hour app 60 Bulls checkup was required to maintain the speed of the event. So 6/7 separate teams were seen Checking 9/11 bulls in a hour. This time was felt quite sufficient. Particularly to identify  liquor or toxic medicine, Chilly or any other powder effect or its use special Dope testing kits were seen used.
5.     Sufficient Water and Fodder arrangement were observed
6.     Passage to Vadivassal distancing app. 200/400 Mtr were fully barricaded and covered so that no mall practice shall take place.
7.     Bulls observed entering in Vadivasal with their owners with whom they are comfortable and the nose thread seen removed. Once or twice some owners were by habit touched the tail but were debarred and sent out of game.
8.     Bull free from all control seen entering in Arena which was carpeted with app.10” thick Coir for Bulls and Tamers safety, Tamers were seen provided with different color and numbered Tee Shirts. Tamers were divided in Batch of 50 to 100 and each batch was permitted one hour for taming the BULL. The Tamer was allowed only to catch Bull Hump. Whenever, two tamers touched the Bull or touched its Horns or Tail were immediately debarred from the game and their Tee shirt were removed.
9.      Viewer’s Gallery was seen built as per CPWD Norms and Guidelines. But after some distance it was observed that GALLERY was open for Bulls to enter and Hit the poor viewers. This lapse resulted in different place in FATAL INJURIES.
10.  Collection point were observed needing more attention as a question of safety thousands of viewers and also Bulls. Matter was taken seriously and was advised suitably for the necessary precaution and coverage. In Coimbatore event we saw the advice followed and so there was no chance of any casualty.
11.  We observed very strong presence of Doctors, Ambulance, Mobile Dispensaries, Red Cross and also Animal Ambulances, Vet. Doctors to serve any injury to BULLS, TAMERS, BULL OWNERS, VIEWERS, VOLINTEERS & OFFICIALS.
12.  Insurance for Bulls and Tamers and even the Total event also seen. Finally, we saw winning more than 80% Bulls and 20% tamers.The Bulls which were nourished for the whole year as a tool of Breed improvement and as a pride for the whole village after winning and also the tamer who struggle to prepare to tame a BULL who can be called 40 times stronger than tamer only for a pride in his area for his family and Village.

Process is continued and we have to witness and inspect several Jallikattu events in coming 2/3 months. We seek your able comment, guidance and requirement to improve our struggle.
Dated 31st Jan., 2018
With regards
Dr. SK Mittal
Convener AWBI Jallikattu Inspection Committee
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INSPECTION  REPORTS
INSPECTION REPORT NO.1
Notification No. 16  Date:   12/01/2018      District:  Madurai  Place: Avaniapuram        
Date: 14.01.2018                  Time 8.00AM till 4PM
Inspected by Dr.SK Mittal, Dr. Bharatkumar, Smt. Gauhar Aziz, Sri Vinod Jain Mrs. Nandini          
                                               Mohan, Mr. Raja Martandan, Mr. Velu, Dr. Velliapan
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
954
AWBI Inspection Team arrived at Madurai on 13.1.2018 and provided stay by AH Dept.
11.30 AM on 13th Jan., 2018 team visited the event venue as pre inspection and saw all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, Regional Joint Director and his team of doctors. Police Superintendent. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
14th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 6.30 AM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal and keenly observed that nothing shall be poured like chilli or other dangerous material the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Hon’ble TN Minister Mr. Udaikumar ceromonized the Oath to all players/Tamers and thanked AWBI GOI for its guidance and flagged the Event.
District Administration divided the Tamers in Group of 50  wearing duly numbered and different colored Tee Shirts and the game commenced.
It was observed that Bull owner with registration token  was getting the bull medically examined. 7 team of Doctors in 7 different Rows were examining the Bull for its age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate. Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation
Arrived
704
Rejected
61
Qualified
643
played
415
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
623
Attended
576
Rejected
97
Played
479
4
Injuries
Minor
17
Major
7
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Organizing Com.
yes
AH&Med Department
Yes 51
Ambulance
Yes10
Mobile Medical Team
Yes4
Police Department
650
Revenue Department
56
Fire Department
44
Local Bodies
150
Rural Department

Water Tanks
8
Mobile toilet
5
LED Screen
5
Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if any owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Tee Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play
Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared   Best Bulls of the Event.

Comment: Jallikattu event in Avanipuram is old traditional ritual attached with the Temple but in Municipal limits. Event was normally very safe, Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Veterinary & Medical Team present.




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Jallikattu Event at AVANIYAPURAM MADURAI held on 14.01.2018



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INSPECTION  REPORT NO.2
Notification No.16  Date:   12/01/2018  District:  MADURAI    Place: PALAMEDU    
Date: 15.01.2018                     Time 8.00 AM till 3.30 PM  
Inspected by         Dr.SK Mittal, Smt. Gauhar Aziz, Founder Bharat Prani Mitra Sangh,Sri Vinod Jain    
                                                    Mrs.  Nandini Mohan, Mr. Raja Martandan, Mr. Velu, Dr. Velliapan
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
1080
2.30 PM on 14th Jan., 2018 team visited the Palamedu event venue as pre-inspection and saw all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, Area AH Head and his team of doctors.Tahsildar. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
15th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 6.30 AM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal and keenly observed that nothing shall be poured like chilli or other dangerous material the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Hon’ble TN Minister Mr. Udaikumar gave the Oath to all players/Tamers and thanked AWBI GOI for its guidance and flagged the Event.
District Administration divided the Tamers in Group of 50  wearing duly numbered and different colored Tee Shirts and the game commenced.
It was observed that Bull owner with registration token was getting the bull medically examined. 7 team of Doctors in 7 different Rows were examining the Bull for its age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate. Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation
Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and
Arrived
490
Rejected
31
Qualified
459
played
446
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
1188
Attended
927
Rejected
227
Played
700
4
Injuries
Minor
13
Major
3
Fatal
1
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes 72
Vet.& Med Dept
Yes 60
Ambulance
Yes 10
Mobile Medical Team
Yes 4
Police Department
869
Revenue Department
56
Fire Department
44
Local Bodies
150
Rural Department
60
Water Tanks
15
Mobile toilet
10
LED Screen
5
  removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena
The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx70 mtrs X 30Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if ny owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Tee Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play
Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared Best Bulls of the Event.

Comment: Jallikattu event in Palamedu in Madurai Dist is old traditional world fame event ritual attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe BUT with a Fatal injury to a Viewer far away from Aren Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present. 

 
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JALLIKATTU EVENT AT PALAMEDU-MADURAI HELD ON 15.1.2018





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INSPECTION REPORT NO.3
Notification No.16   Date:   12/01/2018District:  MADURAI   Place: ALANGANALLUR
Date: 16.01.2018                     Time 8.00 AM till 3.30 PM
Inspected by Dr.SK Mittal, Smt. Gauhar Aziz, Sri Vinod Jain Mrs. Nandini Mohan, Mr. Raja Martandan, Mr. Velu, Dr. Velliapan
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
1241
5.30 PM on 15th Jan., 2018 team visited the ALANGNALLUR event venue as pre-inspection and saw all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Tahsildar. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
16th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 6.30 AM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal and keenly observed that nothing shall be poured like chilli or other dangerous material the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Hon’ble TN CM Sri Palaniswamy, Dy. CM Sri O Paneersalavam, & Revenue Min. Mr. Udaikumar gave the Oath to all players/Tamers &flagged the Event.
District Administration divided the Tamers in Group of 50 wearing duly numbered and different colored Tee Shirts and the game commenced.
It was observed that Bull owner with registration token was getting the bull medically examined. 7 team of Doctors in 7 different Rows were examining the Bull for its  age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate.
Arrived
490
Rejected
31
Qualified
459
played
446
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
1188
Attended
927
Rejected
227
Played
700
4
Injuries
Minor
8
Major
7
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes 72
Medical Department
Yes 60
Ambulance
Yes 10
Mobile Medical Team
Yes 4
Police Department
869
Revenue Department
56
Fire Department
44
Local Bodies
150
Rural Department
60
Water Tanks
15
Mobile toilet
10
LED Screen
5
·   Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation.
·   Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
·   The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
·   Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
·   Inside the Vadivasal if ny owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Tee Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play
·   Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
·   In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared Best Bulls of the Event.
Comment: Jallikattu event in Alanganallur in Madurai Dist is old traditional world fame event ritual attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present.



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PICTURE GALLARY INSPECTION REPORT NO 3
JALLIKATTU EVENT AT  ALANGANALLUR DIST MADURAI held on 16.01.2018



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INSPECTION REPORT NO.4
Notification No.15   Date:   12/01/2018          District:  SHIVGANGA  Place: SIRAVAYAL
Date: 16.01.2018                     Time 1.00 PM till 2.10 PM
Inspected by  :                               Dr.SK Mittal, Mr. Raja Martandan,Mr. Levin Madhusudhan,
                                                                                   Mr. Raghu, Mr. Raghu, Mr. Gowrish
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
85
Team visited SIRAVAYAL  on 15.1.2018 at Manjuvirattu event venue as pre-inspection and saw all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Tahsildar. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
16th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 1.00 PM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal and keenly observed that nothing shall be poured like chilli or other dangerous material the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Collector G Latha IAS & other dignitaries flagged the Event.
It was a small Village event without taming the bull..
It was observed that Bull owner with registration token was getting the bull medically examined. Doctors examined the Bulls for its  age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate.
It was reported that Two viewers were killed by furious participating Bull. Dr. SK Mittal rushed to the Venue to check the Report. District Collector MS.G.Latha IAS  and Regional Jonit Director Dr.Karnukaran reported that mishap occurred  by the sudden release of Bulls by Unknown Bullowner,The Sudden accident was outside the event area. Moreover,
Arrived
77
Rejected
8
Qualified
77
played
77
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
52
Attended
48
Rejected
4
Played
48
4
Injuries
Minor
-
Major
-
Fatal
-
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes 22
Medical Department
Yes 41
Ambulance
Yes 8
Mobile Medical Team
Yes 1
Police Department
620
Revenue Department
54
Fire Department
6
Local Bodies

Rural Department
10
Water Tanks
2
Mobile toilet

LED Screen

FIR No.5/2018 & 6/2018 U/S.174Cr.PC was filed with Nachipuram PS and matter is under investigation
Comment: Jallikattu (Manjuvirattu) event in Siravayal in Shivganga Dist is old traditional small village event ritual attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present. The death of two persons looks not at all related with the EVENT as nor the participating Bull nor the Tamer or Bull owner or the Viewer was hit or injured.
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INSPECTION REPORT NO.5
Notification No.15                                                   Date:   12/01/2018         
District:  SHIVGANGA                        Kalaiyarkoil TQ                           Place: KANDIPATTI 
Date: 18.01.2018                                 Time 1.00 PM till 2.10 PM
Inspected by  :                           Dr.SK Mittal, Mr. Raja Martandan,Mr. Levin Madhusudhan,
                                                                           Mr. Raghu, Mr. Raghu, Mr. Gowrish
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
85
Team visited Kandipatti   on 17.1.2018 at JALLIKATTU Manjuvirattu event venue as pre-inspection and inspected all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, District Collector, RDO, Tahsildar, Regional Joint director,  Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment. Only 50 Bulls were got registered and event timing was only one hour.
18th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 1.00 PM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal and keenly observed that nothing shall be poured like chilli or other dangerous material the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Collector G Latha IAS & other dignitaries flagged the Event.
It was a small Village event without taming the bull. It was observed that Bull owner with registration token was getting the bull medically examined. Doctors examined the Bulls for its  age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate.
Comment: Jallikattu (Manjuvirattu) event in Siravayal in Shivganga Dist is old traditional small village event ritual attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present.
Arrived
77
Rejected
8
Qualified
77
played
77
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
52
Attended
48
Rejected
4
Played
48
4
Injuries
Minor
-
Major
3
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes 22
Medical Department
Yes 41
Ambulance
Yes 8
Mobile Medical Team
Yes 1
Police Department
620
Revenue Department
54
Fire Department
6
Local Bodies

Rural Department
10
Water Tanks
2
Mobile toilet

LED Screen

PICTURE GALLARY




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INSPECTION REPORT NO.6
Notification No.15                                                   Date:   12/01/2018         
District: Tiruchirapalli   KalaiyarkoilTQ  Place:Thiramptti       Date:25.01.2018 Time 9.AM till 3.30PM                               
Inspected by  :                                    Dr. Velliappan & Team
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
622
Dr. Vellkiappan Team visited  Thiramptti in  Tiruchirapalli  on 25.1.2018 at JALLIKATTU event venue and inspected  all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, District Collector, RDO, Tahsildar, Regional Joint director,  Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment..
·   Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation.
·   Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
·   The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
·   Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if any owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull  than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Te Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play  
Arrived
622
Rejected
5
Qualified
617
played
617
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
257
Attended
257
Rejected
7
Played
250
4
Injuries
Minor
13
Major
5
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes 22
Medical Department
Yes 30
Ambulance
Yes 3
Mobile Medical Team
Yes 1
Police Department
yes
Revenue Department
yes
Fire Department
yes
Local Bodies

Rural Department
yes
Water Tanks
yes
Mobile toilet
yes
LED Screen

·   Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
·   In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared Best Bulls of the Event.
Comment: Jallikattu event in  Thiramptti in  Tiruchirapalli  is old famous traditional event ritually attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present..



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INSPECTION REPORT NO.7
Notification No.15                                                   Date:   12/01/2018         
District:  Tiruchirapalli                        Mnaparai TQ            Place:  Purthakudi
Date: 27.01.2018                                 Time 9.00 AM till 3.30 PM
Inspected by  :                                    Dr. Velliappan & Team
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
463
Dr.Velliappan & Team visited Purthakudi in  Tiruchirapalli  Dist on 27.1.2018 at JALLIKATTU event venue and inspected  all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, District Collector, RDO, Tahsildar, Regional Joint director,  Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation.
Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if any owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way
Arrived
463
Rejected
3
Qualified
460
played
460
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
216
Attended
216
Rejected
19
Played
197
4
Injuries
Minor
27
Major
2
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes
Medical Department
Yes
Ambulance
Yes
Mobile Medical Team
Yes
Police Department
yes
Revenue Department
yes
Fire Department
yes
Local Bodies

Rural Department
yes
Water Tanks
yes
Mobile toilet
yes
LED Screen

if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Te Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play
Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared Best Bulls of the Event.
Comment: Jallikattu event in   visited Purthakudi in  Tiruchirapalli  Dist is old famous traditional event ritually attached with the Temple. Event was normally very safe Well organized, free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Medical Team present.. A Bull jumped in to well 2 KMS away from Collection Yard . It was promptly rescued in Animal Ambulance with proper follow up.






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District:  Tiruchirapalli                        Mnaparai TQ            Place:  Purthakudi



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INSPECTION REPORT NO.8
Notification No.15                                                   Date:   12/01/2018         
District:  Tiruchirapalli                        Manaparai TQ            Place:  Karungulam
Date: 27.01.2018                                 Time 9.00 AM till 3.30 PM
Inspected by  :                                    Mr. BDinesh Kumar, Mr.B.Prakash & Team
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
658
Mr. BDinesh Kumar, Mr.B.Prakash Team visited  Karungulam  in Tiruchirapalli  Dist on 28.1.2018 at JALLIKATTU event venue and inspected  all arrangements. Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with present Organizing Committee members, District Collector, RDO, Tahsildar, Regional Joint director,  Area AH Head and his team of doctors. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.
Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and by 8.00 am app. 50 Bulls were ready standing in Q for the participation.
Event commenced at 8.30/45 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if any owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way
Arrived
658
Rejected
17
Qualified
641
played
641
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
306
Attended
306
Rejected
32
Played
274
4
Injuries
Minor
17
Major
0
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Animal Husbandry
Yes
Vet. & Medical Dept
Yes
Ambulance
Yes
Mobile Medical Team
Yes
Police Department
yes
Revenue Department
yes
Fire Department
yes
Local Bodies

Rural Department
yes
Water Tanks
yes
Mobile toilet
yes
LED Screen















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INSPECTION REPORT No.9
Notification No. 16  Date:   25/01/2018      District:  Coimbatore Place:  Vill. Chettipalayam      
Date: 28.01.2018                  Time 10.00AM till 5.30 PM
Inspected by Dr.SK Mittal, Sri Vijay Kumar, Smt. Kalpana Vasudevan& PFA Coimbatore Unit II Team
1
Bulls
No.
Report & Remarks
Registered
445
Dr.SK Mittal arrived Coimbatore on Saturday, 27.1.2018 and provided stay by AH Dept. Discussed with Smt. Kalpana Vasudevan,PFA Coimbatore Unit II Team & Team members 3.30.PM on 27th Jan., 2018 team visited the event venueChettipalayam as pre inspection and saw all arrangements.
Discussed the points as given in Guidelines and Union & State Act & Rules with Organizing Committee members, Regional Joint Director and his team of doctors. Police Superintendent. Checked Bulls Assembly point, Medical Checkup, Bull walking passage to Vadivasal, Vadi Vasal, Arena, Bull running passage, Viewer Gallery, Bull collection point, Medical arrangements for Human and humane treatment.All the arrangements were found as per Guidelines and advisories 
28th Jan., 2018 team arrived at event venue at 6.30 AM to witness Bull Assembly and Registration point. Different points were covered by respected team members with the help of AH & police officials.
The programme delayed due to arrival of inaugural guest. After Worshipping Temple Bull near the Vadivasal the bull was released and crossed Arena. As ritual no one will touch the Temple bull.
Hon’ble TN Minister Mr.Velumani sermonized the Oath to all players/Tamers and thanked AWBI GOI for its guidance and flagged the Event.
District Administration divided the Tamers in Group wearing duly numbered and different colored Tee Shirts and the game commenced.
It was observed that Bull owner with registration token  was getting the bull medically examined. 6 team of Doctors in 6 different Rows were examining the Bull for its age, Medical Fitness, and toxic and alcohol consumption as per the AWBI guidelines and were issuing Fitness Certificate. Checkup commenced at 6.45 AM and app. 50 Bulls were
Arrived
445
Rejected
12
Qualified
433
played
433
2
Bull Tamers
Registered
403
Attended
403
Rejected
80
Played
323
4
Injuries
Bulls
2
Tamers Minor
19
Major
0
Fatal
0
5
Arrangement
Organizing Com.
yes
Medical Department
Yes 36
Ambulance
Yes4
Mobile Medical Team
Yes4
Police Department
2400
Revenue Department
35
Fire Department
24
Local Bodies
150
Rural Department

Water Tanks
8
Mobile toilet
5
LED Screen
0
ready standing in Qin well covered passage. Event commenced at 10.15/30 AM: Each Bull thread was cut and removed inside Vadivasal and freed to enter in Arena.
The Rule of Game is that Within Arena portion sized appx 70 mtrs X 30 Mtrs has to hold Bull Hump to win otherwise Bull/ Bull owner will be declared as Winner. Mostly 80% Bulls only seen winning in the Game.
Tamers/ Participants were waiting outside just like in a queue on both the sides of Vadi Vasal and one participant jumped toward the Bull to Catch it by HUMP.
Inside the Vadivasal if ny owner seen twisting the tail or hitting the bull to push him to Arena was warned and debarred from the game. Same way if any tamer seen catching the bull by tail or horns OR more than one Tamer tried or jump on bull than both were shown the gate by removing their participation Tee Shirt. Each Batch was allowed to stay in Arena for one hour and another batch with different colored Tee shirt was brought to play
Winner Owner / Tamer collected their prize and tamer who could catch more number of bulls were included to participate.
In last 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tamer were declared  on the basis of the number of Bulls they  tamed same way 5 Bull owners were declared Best Bulls of the Event.
Comment: Jallikattu event in Chettipalayam in Covy is held after 1979  Event arrangements can be called Model with all precautions & was normally very safe, Well organized,particularly the Viewer’s Gallary and Collection point  free from any Cruelty or pain except minor incidents BUT taken care by strong Vet & Medical Team present.



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JALLIKATTU EVENT HELD AT Vill. CHETTIPALYAM COIMBATORE ON 28.01.2018

                  

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REPORT NO 10
DINDIGUL DISTRICT 
No
Date:              
Place :                    
Division
Vet Dispensary
1
2
3
4
5
16.01.2018
16.01.2018
22.01.2018
27.01.2018
28.01.2018
Nathamadippatti
Periakalayamputhur  
Ulagampatti
Ayyampalayam
Ayyampalayam
Dindigul
Palani
Dindigul
Dindigul
Dindigul
Sanarpatti
Neikkarapatti
Pappanampatti
Konar Street
Chinna Muthalamman Kovil
In spite of several requests all above Events held without any information to AWBI or Inspection Team in violation of AWBI Guidelines. Only Jallikattu event held at Ulagapatti was in notice and Dr. VV Velliappan from Madurai was sent for the inspection.
SL.No
Details of information


PLACES & DATE as per Email message from RJD Dindigul Dt.1/2/201829
Nathamadippatti16..2018
Neikkara
patti
16.1.2018
Ulagampatti
22.1.18
Ayyampalayam
27.1. 18
Ayyampalayam
28.1.18
1
No of Bulls for which taken issued /Registered
450
292
395
228
325
2
Total no of Bulls admitted for medical check up
262
185
395
228
325
3
Total no of Bulls admitted/ took part in the event
256
176
384
218
312
4
Removal of oil on the humps  & horns
25
16
12
32
37
5
Removal of sand on horns &  humps
8
27
14
24
44
6
Blunting of sharp horns
14
23
24
55
76
7
Total no of   Bulls rejected for the event
6
9
11
10
13
8
Reason for rejections  Improper documents
2
2

8
9

1.  Rejected for pyrexia
Nil
Nil
Nil
1
Nil

2. Rejected for laminitis
Nil
Nil
Nil
1
Nil

3. Rejected for malnutrition
1
Nil
3
Nil
Nil

4. Rejected for bloat
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil

5. Rejected for enteritis
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil

6. < 2years of age
2
4
6
Nil
4

7. Invalid Certificate
1
3
2
Nil
Nil
1
No of persons registered
375
172
483
275
299
2
No. of persons rejected
1
Nil
Nil
1
1
3
No. of persons  participated
374
172
483
274
298
4
No. of Bulls participated
256
176
395
218
325
5
No .of persons injured
21
23
26
20
23

1.   Major injury
2
3
Nil
Nil
Nil

2.   Minor injury
19
20
26
20
23

Split up details






1.   Bull tamers
4
23
15
8
13

2.   Bull owners
8
Nil
1
0
0

3.   Spectators
9
Nil
6
11
10

4.   Volunteers
Nil
Nil
4
0
0

5.   Police personal
Nil
0
0
1
0
6
No of Persons Died
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
7
No. of Bulls injured
Nil
Nil
1
3
Nil
8
No of Bulls Died
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
Nil
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