My Dear Brethren

I take this opportunity of inviting all Master Masons to attend the Annual Installation & Investiture Meeting of the Regional Grand Lodge of Western India to be held at Hotel Centre Point, Nagpur on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th February 2021.

On this occasion I shall have the privilege of installing a very able and competent Brother, RW Bro. Dr. Yagnesh Thakar (RGM-Designate) as the next Regional Grand Master of the Regional Grand Lodge of Western India who will uphold the finest Masonic traditions. I place him at the helm of a good ship it is true but expect him to sail in troubled waters marred by the uncharted rocks of Covid19 with none but God as his guide.

As a matter of general interest, Nagpur lies almost precisely in the centre of India. Surrounded by the looming Sahyadri Hills. It is a place of scenic beauty and most deservedly known as the Tiger Capital of India. Among its many attractions are sites of religious and historical values and Nagpur would be worth visiting by brethren along with their respective spouses.

Foremost in our minds lies the unavoidable fact that the world is in the grip of the Corona Virus. No event can be organised without due and diligent thought to the safety of all who attend. In this regard one is filled with admiration for the Organising Committee in charge of the Grand Festival held recently at Nagpur, where every safe procedure was carefully followed and no one was exposed to the malevolent virus. While congratulating the Managing Team for their organisational skill I sincerely wish them every success in the forthcoming Meeting. 

I extend warm seasonal greetings to all brethren and their families and wish them a Happy New Year. Let us all join in what I am certain is a universal prayer of freedom from the unpleasant virus that has disrupted all our lives. May God bless us, one and all.