2009-09-04 14:36:04

Lucknow bishop meets new state governor


(September 4, 2009) In India, a Catholic bishop met the new governor of Uttar Pradesh state last week and apprised him on the Church’s efforts, especially in the field of education, healthcare and social development. Bishop Gerald Mathias of Lucknow called on Governor B.L. Joshi at the Raj Bhavan presidential residence in the city on August 27. At the meeting, the governor showed keen interest in the work of the Catholic Church in Uttar Pradesh through its educational institutions, schools for the differently abled and social development centres. Joshi also appreciated the role of religious leaders in forming the civil society towards a right value system for state and nation-building. Bishop Mathias apprised him of the various areas that needed the urgent attention of the government and the civil society, especially corruption at different levels. Joshi, a former police officer, has previously served as governor of Meghalaya and Uttarkhand, and takes keen interest in social work and is also associated with several social service groups and agencies.







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