Maramadi is a type of cattle race conducted in Indian state Kerala. It is also known as Kalappoottu, or pothottam. The race is a traditional event, usually with bullocks, held after the monsoon but before the cattle are needed for planting.

Earlier bullocks were used only for agricultural purposes. But as the technology expands , they have been replaced by machines. So in order to maintain the farmer s tradition , these bullocks are raised only for Maramadi event. They have been provided with nutritious food and cow shed facilities. The bullock which win the race worth lakhs of money.