Annual Maramon convention underway in Kerala

Thiruvalla – The 110th edition of the Maramon Convention, believed to be one of Asia's largest Christian conventions, began on February 13 with thousands of followers attending the meet everyday.

The weeklong Maramon Convention is being organised by the Evangelistic Association of the Mar Thoma Church, which has believers all over the world.

Following the tradition since 1896, the convention is being held on the bed of river Pampa near here, said the organisers.

Preaching, singing, prayers and Bible study programs will mark the event.

The organisers said the convention has traditionally been a meeting ground for friends and for matchmaking. But in recent years, political leaders have also been attending.