Elderly man dies from injuries sustained at event in Madurai

A 66-year-old man, Selvaraj, died from injuries sustained at the Palamedu Jallikattu event in Madurai. He fell after a bull's rope entangled his leg, causing a head injury. Despite treatment at Madurai Government Rajaji Hospital, he succumbed. The incident has sparked attention on safety measures at the traditional Mattu Pongal event, which continues under strict medical supervision.