Madurai, May 24 -- In a vibrant display of tradition and devotion, people from different adjoining villages gathered at the Kallandhiri village near Melur on Saturday to celebrate the centuries-old fishing festival.

According to the rituals, the fish caught by the villagers are offered to the deity for better harvest and health. The festival is celebrated every year with the onset of the summer season.

Meanwhile, as part of the annual festival of Sri Pidari Amman Temple in Thiruvarankulam near Pudukkottai, a spectacular Jallikattu event was organised on Friday, drawing massive crowds and enthusiastic participants.

The event saw the participation of 750 bulls and 300 tamers from various districts across Tamil Nadu.

The event, held with...