PM's Office Expresses 'Immense Pride' Over Kerala Priest's Elevation to Cardinal by Pope
Archbishop George Koovakad of India will be elevated to the rank of cardinal by Pope Francis, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) confirmed on Saturday, calling it a matter of great pride for the nation. India has sent a delegation, led by Union Minister George Kurian, to attend the ceremony in Vatican City.
The PMO expressed on X, “It is a matter of immense pride for India that Archbishop George Koovakad will be created as a Cardinal by His Holiness Pope Francis.”
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Before the event, the Indian delegation met Pope Francis, with the PMO sharing a photo of the meeting.
Koovakad, 51, hailing from Kerala, has been organizing Pope Francis’ international tours since 2020. He will be among the 21 clergies to receive the cardinal title.
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