This initiative addresses the dual concerns of public safety and environmental protection, resonating with communities across Asia that face similar challenges during festive periods.
A priest from the Archdiocese of Manila has made a study on the nominal and lapsed Catholics in the Philippines and its results will be presented on July 15.
Archbishop Machado offered all-around assistance and said Bengaluru is an excellent place for education, and the Manipur youth could stay in free hostels and continue their education in the diocesan and religious educational institutions in Bengaluru.
Khopibung Catholic Village in Imphal suffered a tragic incident last evening when the entire village was engulfed in flames, leaving 45 families homeless.