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PMO lauds Archbishop Koovakad’s elevation as cardinal: ‘Immense pride for India’

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Archbishop George Koovakad of India was elevated to Cardinal by Pope Francis in a Vatican City ceremony. The Indian government sent a delegation to witness the historic event. Koovakad, 51, joins 20 other new Cardinals and becomes the sixth Indian Cardinal. His extensive diplomatic service and role in organizing papal travels were highlighted.
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