The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) elected its new office bearers for a two-year term during the 37th General Body Meeting held in Bengaluru on February 7.

Archbishop Thomas Mar Koorilos of Trivandrum was elected Vice President–First, while Archbishop Mathew Moolakkatt of Kottayam was chosen as Vice President–Second. Archbishop Anil Couto was re-elected as Secretary General, continuing his responsibility for coordinating the Conference’s national pastoral initiatives and administrative activities.

The newly elected leadership reflects the ecclesial and liturgical diversity of the Catholic Church in India. Archbishop Anil Couto represents the Latin Rite, Archbishop Thomas Mar Koorilos belongs to the Syro-Malankara Rite, and Archbishop Mathew Moolakkatt represents the Syro-Malabar Rite. This representation highlights the inclusive and collaborative character of the CBCI, which brings together bishops from India’s three Catholic traditions to foster unity and common mission.

During the same General Body Meeting, Cardinal Poola Anthony, Archbishop of Hyderabad, was elected President of the CBCI, marking a new phase of leadership for the national body of Catholic bishops. The meeting concluded with renewed commitment to pastoral collaboration, unity, and mission-oriented service across the Church in India.

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