Police said the deceased, identified as Navin Kumar of nearby Vilangudi, was admitted to the Government Rajaji Hospital after being critically injured while attempting to hold on to the hump of a raging bull.
Madurai fan celebrates Pongal in a temple dedicated to Rajinikanth, marking the festival with rituals and cherished memories of meeting the superstar.
President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday extended greetings to the citizens on the eve of Lohri, and Makar Sankranti, Pongal and Magh Bihu, saying these festivals are symbols of our rich cultural heritage.
As a new year dawns, the spirit of festivities surrounds us with new aspirations and joys to unfold in terms of new beginnings.
Modi also fed cows at his residence on the occassion of Makar Sakranti
The literal meaning of Pongal is spilling over or boiling. It is derived from Tamil literature. This resembles abundance and prosperity. Pongal is celebrated to thank God for providing a year-long good harvest. Along with this, Pongal is also named out of a sweet dish. It is made of rice, jaggery, and milk.
"A majority of the festivals celebrated in our country depict our integral relationship with nature and agriculture."
Former Congress president Gandhi made a day-long visit to Madurai (photo) to witness the bull taming sport and celebrate Pongal along with people.
The Congress is optimistic as its alliance with the DMK and the CPI won 38 seats out of 39 in the Lok Sabha.
The day also marks the start of the sun's northward journey, ushering in longer days.
