At least 45 individuals, including two police officers……sustained injuries during the Jallikattu event in Madurai, Tamil NaduThe incident occurred in Avaniyapuram village in Madurai districtNine of the injured were referred to Rajaji Government Hospital in Madurai for further treatment. The Jallikattu competition, a traditional bull-taming sport in Tamil Nadu……began in Avaniyapuram amid enthusiastic cheers from the crowdJallikattu involves participants embracing bulls and is typically……played during the Pongal harvest festival in JanuaryThis year’s Jallikattu competition spans three days…… with events in Avaniyapuram, Palamedu, and AlanganallurOn the first day, the bull-taming event took place in AvaniyapuramThe competitions in Palamedu and Alanganallur are…….scheduled for the second and third days, respectivelyA total of 1,000 bulls and 600 bull tamers were expected to participate in Avaniyapuram eventJallikattu is a significant cultural and traditional celebration in Tamil NaduThe bull-taming sport is a highlight of the Pongal festival……attracting participants and spectators alikeThe injuries occurred amid the high-energy and competitive atmosphere of the Jallikattu eventThe tradition involves a unique form of interaction between humans and bullsThe injured individuals, including police personnel, were attended to promptlyThe festivities continue with Jallikattu events in Palamedu and Alanganallur on the subsequent days