Overview
- The New Delhi meeting brought together Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil, Archbishop Kuriakose Bharanikulangara and other senior bishops.
- Modi told the delegation he was "always at your service" and later described the exchange as a "wonderful interaction" on X.
- Discussions covered Christian minority welfare, community development and efforts to strengthen interfaith harmony.
- Kerala BJP figures, including state president and former Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar as well as Shone George, were present.
- Chandrasekhar said the interaction was a courtesy call with the government open to dialogue, while the bishops requested help to invite the Pope without receiving a commitment.