Accused Jalandhar Bishop Steps Down, Will Face Probe In Alleged Rape Case Of A Nun

Bishop Franco Mulakkal, who has been accused of rape by a nun, on Saturday issued a circular stating that he is handing over charge of the administration of the Jalandhar Diocese to Fr Mathew Kokkandam. “In my absence Msgr. Mathew Kokkandam will administer the diocese as it is normal practice when I am away from the diocese,” he says the circular dated September 13.

In the circular, Bishop Franco Mulakkal also thanked everyone, “For their continued support and prayers at the time of problems affecting the Episcopal Ministry.”

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