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New Leadership Assumes Charge at Diocese of Belthangady
BELTHANGADY, 4 March 26 – In a significant administrative transition for the Syro-Malabar Eparchy of Belthangady, a new team of diocesan officials officially assumed their roles today following a solemn oath-taking ceremony at the Bishop’s House.
Under the leadership of Most Rev. Mar James Patteril, who was installed as the second Bishop of the diocese late last year, the new curia members took their oaths of office, pledging their service to the spiritual and administrative growth of the community.

The New Administrative Team
The newly appointed officials bring a wealth of pastoral experience to their respective roles:
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Vicar General: Msgr. Mani Veluthedathuparambil
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Procurator (Finance Officer): Very Rev. Fr. Mathew Alappatt
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Judicial Vicar: Very Rev. Fr. Kuriakose Vettuvazhy
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Chancellor: Very Rev. Fr. Lawrence Poonolil