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The Ashlar R Vol. XIX Issue III
The Sohrab Davar Lodge No. 113
Celebrating Dedication: Long Term Service Jewels Awarded at
Freemasons Hall, Mumbai
atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and
respect as brethren from various lodges
gathered to pay tribute to these distinguished
Brethren.
The Awardees shared their reflections on four
decades of dedication to the principles of
Freemasonry, emphasizing the values of
brotherhood, charity, and community service
that have been central to their journeys. Their
heartfelt words resonated with the audience,
inspiring current and future generations of
Masons to uphold these cherished ideals.
On November 15, 2024, Sohrab Davar Lodge As a further mark of appreciation of his Long
No. 113 held at the Freemasons Hall, Mumbai Term Service, rank of Past Grand Junior
a momentous open meeting celebrating the Warden was conferred upon W. Bro.
remarkable contributions of three Hormuzda Davar by M. W. the Grand Master
distinguished brethren from Mumbai M. W. Bro. Anish Kumar Sharma.
Fraternity who have dedicated 40 years of On this solemn occasion, the Lodge donated
service to Freemasonry. At that meeting, M. for various charitable causes as follows:- (1) 6
W. Brother Vasudev J. Masurekar, O. S. M. Computers were given to the Raigad Zilla
and W. Brother Hormuzda Davar, both being Parishad School, Thanenhave, Khopoli; (2)
members of Sohrab Davar Lodge No. 113, 20 laser walking sticks were donated for
and R.W. Brother George A. Duke being a visually impaired persons; (3) a sum of Rs.
member of Sir Lawrence Jenkins Lodge No. 51,000/- was donated to The Society for the
70 were presented with Long Term Service Education of the Challenged (Child & Adult),
Jewels in recognition of their unwavering Agripada and (4) a sum of Rs. 35,000/- was
commitment and exemplary leadership. donated to Vihang Pratishthan, Nehrunagar,
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Kurla for sponsoring special coaching to 10
several dignitaries, including Most Worshipful students who have appeared but failed at the
the Grand Master M. W. Bro. Anish Kumar S S C./ H S C exams of Maharashtra Board.
Sharma, O. S. M., Grand Master Elect R. W. As the ceremony concluded, attendees
Bro. G. K. Selvarajan, O. S. M. and Right enjoyed a fellowship gathering, further
Worshipful the RGLWI R. W. Bro. Subhash strengthening the bonds of brotherhood that
Saraf. The event saw a significant turnout, Freemasonry embodies. The event not only
with a Grand and the Regional deputation celebrated the past but also reaffirmed the
attending to celebrate this milestone commitment of all brethren to continue
achievement. Families of the Long Term serving their communities and upholding the
Service Jewel recipients and of other brethren noble tenets of the craft.
also joined the festivities, adding warmth and This occasion stands as a testament to the
joy to the occasion. enduring spirit of Freemasonry and the
WM, W.Bro. Shriniwas Deshmukh, the Ruling profound impact that dedicated individuals
Master of the Lodge Sohrab Davar No. 113 can have within the fraternity and beyond.
conducted this illustrious event, guiding the
proceedings with grace and reverence. The

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