CHAI Family Condoles His Eminence Cardinal Ivan Dias’ Demise

The Catholic Health Association of India (CHAI) expresses her deep condolences on His Eminence Cardinal Ivan Dias departing this life in Rome on the night of 19th June. The last rites of the Cardinal will be conducted in Rome.

Born on 14th April 1936 in Mumbai, he was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Bombay on December 08, 1958. A leading Vatican diplomat, he had held various honourable posts in India as well as overseas. He was appointed Archbishop of Bombay on 08th November 1996. which he served until 2006. Holy Father Pope John Paul made him a Cardinal in 2001. He was 81 while leaving for heavenly abode.

We CHAI family members comprising Member Institutions, Executive Board Members, Director-General, Associate Director, Staff and well-wishers condole His Eminence’s demise. May his soul rest in peace!

Rev. Dr. Mathew Abraham C.Ss.R, MD
Director General