Grand return for jallikattu Jallikattu is set for a grand return in Tamil Nadu tomorrow, after Governor Vidyasagar Rao today promulgated an ordinance in the face of massive protests. The Centre cleared the ordinance last night, paving the way for the Tamil Nadu government to pass it. Mixed reactions Many across Tamil Nadu welcomed the decision, saying jallikattu is a part of Tamil culture and that steps should be taken immediately to make it a permanent feature. Panneerselvam thanks Centre Panneerselvam thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his "support and assistance in enabling Jallikattu to be held in Tamil Nadu once again during the Pongal season upholding the culture and tradition of the people of Tamil Nadu." Supreme Court agrees to wait The Supreme Court on Friday agreed not to pronounce its verdict on jallikattu for a week.

Source: Times of India January 21, 2017 15:02 UTC