Rev.M. Chinnappa of Vijayawada Gunadala Matha shrine paid 1.34 Crores for Sex Video Axed from Church

Rev.Msgr.M. Chinnappa, Rector & Parish Priest, Gunadala Matha Shrine, Gunadala, Vijayawada – 520004. Ph: 0866-2450244, 2451934; Cell: 9849129069; For Prayers and Counselling Contact: Rev. Sister Josphine D. MSI, Ph: 0866 – 2540309; Cell: 09346502830.

Indian police investigate blackmail of priest

Equivalent of US$154,000 given to extortionists, say media reports

http://www.ucanews.com/news/indian-police-investigate-blackmail-of-priest/75490

No arrests have been made but police are investigating the case following a complaint made by Father M. Chinnappa, rector of the Gunadala Matha Marian shrine, city police commissioner Gautam Sawang told ucanews.com March 14.

 

 The Catholic shrine that Father Chinnappa is rector of is one of the richest in southern India and attracts millions of pilgrims every year, said diocesan spokesman Father Muvvala Prasad.

Father Chinnappa was not available for comment as he was hospitalized for high blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Father Prasad said the developments "have put severe pressure on the aged priest."

Father Prasad said Bishop Joji Govindu of Vijayawada has freed Father Chinnappa of his responsibilities at the shrine since "he now needs medical leave."