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Karanam Dhaman Kumar

b. 1963

Indian Roman Catholic pastor

Latin Catholic priest Head teacher Catholic bishop
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About Karanam Dhaman Kumar

Born 1963. Karanam Dhaman Kumar is an Indian latin Catholic priest, head teacher and catholic bishop.

Dhaman Kumar Karanam MSFS is an Indian prelate of the Catholic Church who has served as Bishop of Nalgonda since 2024.

Biography

Pope Francis appointed Karanam as Bishop of Nalgonda in 2024.

Abuse allegations On April 24, 2025, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Münster in Germany announced that allegations of sexual abuse had been made against the Bishop of Nalgonda. These relate to the years 2005 to 2007. The Münster diocesan official informed the public prosecutor's office in Münster and Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, and the Archbishop of Hyderabad, Cardinal Anthony Poola, as the responsible Metropolitan. Dhaman Kumar Karanam has also been banned from exercising priestly duties in the Diocese of Münster until further notice.

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Important facts

Born
16 November 1963, Vizianagaram
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Latin Catholic priest, head teacher, Catholic bishop
Nationality
India
Education
Loyola College
Positions held
Diocesan bishop
Also known as
Dhaman Kumar Karanam, Damian, K. Dhaman Kumar MSFS

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Karanam Dhaman Kumar?

Indian Roman Catholic pastor

When was Karanam Dhaman Kumar born?

Karanam Dhaman Kumar was born on 16 November 1963 in Vizianagaram.

What is Karanam Dhaman Kumar's occupation?

Karanam Dhaman Kumar is a latin Catholic priest, head teacher and catholic bishop.

What nationality is Karanam Dhaman Kumar?

Karanam Dhaman Kumar is Indian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Karanam Dhaman Kumar

· Wikidata: Q107191754

· DBpedia: Dhaman Kumar Karanam

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