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Solemn installation of Archbishop Udumala Bala as Archbishop of Visakhapatnam on April 3
The Archdiocese of Visakhapatnam will witness the installation of Archbishop Udumala Bala on April 3, 2025. The ceremony will be led by the Apostolic Nuncio to India and Nepal, representing Pope Francis. Several prominent figures from the Indian Church will be present, including Cardinals Poola and Gracias. Archbishop Bala, a prominent figure in the Indian Church, has served in various roles including Deputy Secretary General of the CCBI and Chairman of the CCBI Commission for Vocations, Seminaries, Clergy, and Religious. He was appointed Bishop of Warangal in 2013 and later served as Apostolic Administrator of Khammam. The day's proceedings will begin with a group photograph followed by a procession to St. Peter's Cathedral Grounds for the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration. This installation marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Archdiocese, which has a long history of establishing churches, schools, healthcare centers, and faith formation initiatives in the region.05:34 PM Apr 02, 2025 IST