The Conference of Diocesan Priests of India is to help the diocesan priests in the country to foster a deeper understanding of their priesthood, whereby they appreciate and perform their priestly ministry in an effective way. Furthermore, it is to promote a spirit of collegiality among priests and to have deeper collaboration between priests and bishops at the diocesan, regional and national levels. CDPI works under the guidance and direction of the CCBI Commission for Vocation, Seminaries, Clergy and Religious.
Chairman: Most Rev. Varghese Chakkalakal
President: Rev. Dr. Roy Lazar
