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The Ashlar R Vol. XXII Issue I
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The Ashlar R Vol. LVI Issue I
LODGE FRIENDSHIP & HARMONY NO. 27, MUMBAI
REPORT ON THE SESQUICENTENNIAL AND LTS JEWEL CEREMONY

Introduction & Historical Significance Subhash L Saraf, distinguished visiting
Saturday, 9th May 2026, marked a brethren, including Past Grand Master, MW
momentous milestone in the glorious history Bro. Vasudev J Masurekar (OSM) and also
of Lodge Friendship & Harmony No. 27 as it from sister constitutions, including eminent
celebrated its Sesquicentennial (150th brethren, RW Bro. Percy Driver (DGM-EC),
Anniversary). Since its consecration in 1876, RW Bro. Rummy Khan (Prov. Grand Master –
the Lodge has stood as a beacon of fraternal Irish) RW Bro. Adi Aga (Past Prov. GM – Irish),
affection, charity, and unyielding commitment and RW Bro. Noshir Paghdiwala (DGS- SC).
to Masonic principles. The proceedings The atmosphere inside the temple, with a total
perfectly blended a celebration of our rich of 103 attendees, beautifully reflected the
heritage with a profound recognition of long- solemnity and joy befitting a 150-year legacy.
standing loyalty and dedication. A key highlight of the meeting was the solemn
The Sesquicentennial Meeting conducting of the sesquicentenary ceremony
The Sesquicentennial and LTS Ceremony by MW the GM, MW Bro. Gutha Krishnan
Emergent Meeting was opened in due form, Selverajan (OSM) and his officers, and the
welcoming an exceptionally distinguished presentation of a specially compiled historical
gathering of eminent members of the Grand summary tracing the evolution of Lodge
Lodge deputation led by MW the Grand Friendship & Harmony No. 27 from its founding
Master, MW Bro. Gutha Krishnan Selverajan years in the late 19th century to its vibrant
(OSM), Regional Grand Lodge deputation led contemporary role in the community. The
by RW the Regional Grand Master, RW Bro. Brethren collectively renewed their
commitment to preserving the high ideals and
traditions passed down by our founders. Builders of the Inner Temple
The Long-Term Service (LTS) Jewel Poem
Ceremony
In conjunction with the Sesquicentennial
celebrations, the Lodge held a deeply moving
LTS Jewel ceremony. This segment of the
evening was dedicated to honouring those
exemplary Brethren of 50, 40 and 25 years of
service to LTS Jewels were presented to the
following brethren:

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