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Tarun Shrivastava, Dy. R.G.M. of the
Regional Grand Lodge of Western India, who
lit the traditional lamp. Distinguished

attendees included R.W. Bro. Govindlal
Shahu (Past R.G.M.), V.W. Bro. Tarun Mehra
through an informative and motivating (A.R.G.M.), V.W. Bro. Anil Bhagade
presentation by W. Bro. Sameer Tulpule. His (A.R.G.M.), and W. Bro. Ravindra Tiwari
insights into stem cell donation emphasized (A.R.G.M.).
both the simplicity of the registration process Key presentations included: “Etiquettes in
and the profound difference it can make in Freemasonry” by W. Bro. Tarun Mehra.
patients’ lives. The event not only achieved its “Symbolism in the Three Great Though
goal of registration but also fostered a spirit of
generosity and community service among Emblematical Lights in Freemasonry” by W.
participants. The collaboration between Bro. Madan Kalwit.
DKMS and RGLWI serves as a model for how R.W. Bro. Tarun Shrivastava moderated the
charitable organizations and fraternities can discussions. The program, conducted by W.
come together to create meaningful change. Bro. Tushar Garg, saw attendance from 40
This initiative marks a promising step forward members and concluded with a vote of thanks
for future stem cell donation drives, by W. Bro. Sampath Srinivasan.
demonstrating the strength and unity of the Educational Aid Programme
Freemasonry community in promoting health As part of its charitable initiatives, Lodge
and well-being for all. Golden Orange No. 304 distributed
Lodge Golden Orange No. 304, Nagpur Mathematical Table Books to underprivileged
Masonic Education Programme: students. The program aimed to address
On 22nd September 2024 at Vidarbha
Research Society, W.H.C. Road, Nagpur. It
was organized in collaboration with nine other
Nagpur lodges: Lodge Vivekananda No. 367,
Lodge Radiance No. 116, Lodge
Benevolence No. 117, Lodge Sundar Raza
No. 133, Lodge Bhogilal Shah No. 147, Lodge
Gondwana No. 226, Lodge Trimurty No. 294,
Lodge Past Masters No. 342, and Lodge
Vasundhara No. 475.
The event was inaugurated by R.W. Bro.

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