Fr. Leslie Clifford D’Souza Installed as Bishop of Udupi
By ETF Desk
Fr. Leslie Clifford D’Souza, a priest with a long record of service in Karnataka, has been appointed the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Udupi by the Holy See.
The decision follows the resignation of Bishop Rev. *** from the post, and the appointment was made on the recommendation of the Indian Episcopal Conference. D’Souza is known for his work in pastoral care, education initiatives and community outreach programmes across the district.
The new bishop’s leadership is seen as a chance to strengthen the local Catholic community, increase engagement with youth, and expand social services such as orphanages and vocational training centres. His appointment comes at a time when the Udupi Diocese seeks to address the growing needs of its faithful in both urban and rural areas. Source: Google News – Udupi.