Roman Catholic Diocese Of Aizawl
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Aizawl (Latin: Aizavlen(sis)) is a diocese located in the city of Aizawl in the ecclesiastical province of Shillong in India.
History
- 17 January 1952: Established as Apostolic Prefecture of Haflong from the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Dacca
- 26 June 1969: Promoted as Diocese of Silchar
- 11 January 1996: Renamed as Diocese of Aizawl
Leadership
- Bishops of Aizawl (Latin Rite)
- Bishop Stephen Rotluanga, C.S.C. (2 October 2001 – present)
- Apostolic Administrator - Bishop Lumen Monteiro (2000-2001)
- Bishop Denzil Reginald D’Souza (11 January 1996 – 18 October 2000)
- Bishops of Silchar (Latin Rite)
- Bishop Denzil Reginald D’Souza (26 June 1969 – 11 January 1996)
- Prefect Apostolic of Haflong (Roman Rite)
- Fr. George Daniel Breen, C.S.C. (21 March 1952 – 1969)
See also
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