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Chennai shuts down, TN crippled over Jallikattu
January 20, 2017
Massive protest continued for the fourth day on Friday at Chennai's Marina Beach with schools across Tamil Nadu remained closed in support of bull-taming sport Jallikattu.
Members of South Indian Artists association,Nadigar Sangam will come out in support of Jallikattu.
Music maestro A R Rahman will also remain present.
The Marina Beach in Chennai continued to receive people who seek revival of the bull-taming game where protests continue day and night.
Many other towns including Alanganallur in Madurai known for the game also witnessed protests seeking the game.
A strike call has been given by traders, truckers and van and taxi operators, and private schools in many districts including Chennai have announced holiday.