Bangalore – February 6, 2024 : The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) on the sixth day of the General Body Meeting, held at St John’s Medical College & Hospital, Bangalore has re-elected Archbishop Andrews Thazhath of Trichur as its President, Archbishop George Antonysamy of Madras-Maylapore as Vice-President I, and Bishop Joseph Mar Thomas of Bathery as Vice President II.
The bishops also elected Archbishop Anil Joseph Tomas Couto of Delhi as its Secretary General. Archbishop Couto’s extensive background in pastoral care and his proactive engagement in social issues align closely with the CBCI’s objectives of promoting social justice and community welfare.
Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve in their respective roles, Archbishop Andrews Thazhath, Archbishop George Antonysamy, Bishop Joseph Mar Thomas, and Archbishop Anil Joseph Tomas Couto affirmed their commitment to upholding the values of compassion, solidarity, and service.
