PM Modi meets Syro-Malabar Church leaders, discusses community welfare

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, met with Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil, head of the Syro-Malabar Church, and other senior clergy, including Archbishop Dr Kuriakose Bharanikulangara, in a warm and cordial interaction.

“Had a wonderful interaction with the head of the Syro-Malabar Church, Major Archbishop His Beatitude Most Rev. Mar Raphael Thattil, His Grace Archbishop Dr. Kuriakose Bharanikulangara and others,” PM Modi said in a post on X.

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The meeting focused on strengthening community welfare and promoting interfaith harmony, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusive development. PM Modi appreciated the Church’s contributions to education, healthcare, and social service, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in nation-building.

The Syro-Malabar Church, one of India’s largest Eastern Catholic churches, has a significant presence in Kerala and plays a vital role in the country’s socio-religious landscape.