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Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti

b. 1952

Indian Montfortian bishop

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About Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti

Born 1952. Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti is an Indian catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Telagathoti Joseph Raja Rao, SMM, is a Roman Catholic prelate; he has been the Bishop in the Diocese of Vijayawada, since 2016.

He was born on 8 March 1952 (in some sources his native name comes last, and in other media sources it's usually omitted). Raja Rao led the Mass for the annual Gunadala shrine festival in 2023. The prior year's festival had been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2024, Bishop Raja Rao participated in the celebrations marking the centenary of the Gunadala Mother Mary Shrine in Vijayawada. He also participated in the 2025 Jubilee festivities.

Raja Rao is ex officio a member of the board of the St. John's Regional Seminary.

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Important facts

Born
8 March 1952
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Catholic priest, Catholic bishop
Nationality
India
Positions held
Diocesan bishop
Also known as
Joseph Raja Rao Thelagathoti

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti?

Indian Montfortian bishop (1952-)

When was Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti born?

Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti was born on 8 March 1952.

What is Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti's occupation?

Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti is a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

What nationality is Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti?

Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph Raja Rao Thelegathoti

· Wikidata: Q23061724

· DBpedia: Joseph Raja Rao

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