12:06, 7 July 2023

YEREVAN, JULY 7, ARMENPRESS. Catholicos Karekin II of the Armenian Apostolic Church has paid a “surprise visit” to the Armenian College and Philanthropic Academy in Kolkata, India.

The Armenian College and Philanthropic Academy has been functioning for over 200 years.

During a meeting with the clergy, school managers, teachers and students, Karekin II thanked them for their dedicated work and great contributions in educating and raising the children.

The Catholicos thanked the members of the administrative board and board of trustees of the Armenian Holy Church of Nazareth, in person of Mrs. Susan Ruben and Mr. Sunil Sobti, for ensuring excellent care and attention to Armenian churches and various Armenian institutions in Kolkata. Karekin II urged the students to study well and achieve success.