3 day Cattle Festival to begin from tomorrow at Samathur

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Press Trust of India Coimbatore
Last Updated : Feb 02 2017 | 8:07 PM IST
: Over 1,300 heads of cattle are expected to be shown in the third edition of the three day Kongunadu Kaalnadai Thiruvizha (Kongunadu Cattle Festival) at Samathur near Pollachi in the district.
The event will have a Cattle/Horse/Ram show,an exhibition of agricultural and dairy farming products, which was to enhance celebrate and study the livestock in this region as well promote the agrarian economy and lifestyle.
A release from Vanavarayar Foundation,the organisers, said today that one of the strong pillars of the farming culture has always been the livestock and they play an indispensable role in their lives and earnings.
Coming in the midst of the controversy over conduct of Jallikkattu,the event is also organized for imparting cultural awareness, scientific knowledge and social exposure to the people and prevent the deterioration of this great resource.
Various breeds from South India will be shown at the event, which will begin with the 108 Gomatha (Cow) pooja on the first day, where 108 Kangayam cattle will participate.
The level 1 competition begins on the second day followed by the final level competition on the third and final day.
This year native dog breeds have also been included as also exhibition of traditional food varieties.
The release said the Foundation was founded with the objectives of portrayal and preservation of the History and Culture of our Land.
The Vanavarayars of Samathur for centuries have always strove for the progress of the region and its people along with the preservation of its culture,the release said.

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First Published: Feb 02 2017 | 8:07 PM IST

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