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07/09/2026

Celebrating 40 Years of Service: Brother Jambulingam. The Lodge of Rock No 260 recently celebrated a remarkable milestone of community dedication. On 25 July 2026, a special meeting was held at Lodge of Rock No. 260. Members gathered to honour Jambulingam, our District Grand Charity Steward and member of the lodge, for his 40 years of service. We congratulate him on this outstanding achievement.

Lodge Anchor of Hope Supports Ooty Mercy Home. The District Grand Lodge of Madras is pleased to announce a charity visit...
04/09/2026

Lodge Anchor of Hope Supports Ooty Mercy Home. The District Grand Lodge of Madras is pleased to announce a charity visit by Lodge Anchor of Hope, No. 1093, to the Pope Paul Mercy Home in Nanjanad, near Ooty, on 6 July 2026. The Wor. master, the charity steward, and members of the lodge, along with their spouses, spent time with the residents. They donated essential provisions worth ₹20,975 to support the home. The Pope Paul Mercy Home provides specialised care and empowerment for 49 children and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This contribution reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable groups in our local communities.

02/09/2026

Fifty Years of Royal Arch Service: Dr. K.K. Varma Honoured

The District Grand Lodge of Madras is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone of community dedication in Kerala. On 25 July 2026, Dr. K.K. Varma was formally honoured for completing fifty years of service within our historic fraternity.

The special presentation took place in Kochi during the meeting of Kerala Chapter No. 2188. Matthew Joseph, the head of our Royal Arch organisation in the region, presented the long service award.

Dr. Varma has served in several senior leadership roles, including as Deputy Grand Superintendent for the District. His fifty-year journey reflects our core values of friendship and lifelong service to the community of Southern India.”

01/09/2026

Celebrating K. Ravindran’s 50 Years of Dedicated Service. The District Grand Lodge of Madras is proud to announce that K. Ravindran has completed 50 years of service to Freemasonry in Southern India. Members, families, and guests gathered in Wayanad, Kerala, on 2 July 2026 to honour his half-century of dedication. Mr. Ravindran first joined the fraternity on 21 April 1976. Over the decades, he has served as the leader of the Lodge of Faith, Hope & Charity No. 1285 E.C. in 1983 and 2003. His leadership has helped guide generations of new members in Kerala. The celebration was attended by District Grand Master Mathew Joseph and Mr. Ravindran’s two sons, Suraj and Dhiraj, who travelled from Australia to mark this family milestone. This landmark achievement highlights the lifelong friendships and community service that define our organisation.

26/08/2026

Wishing Our Families a Joyful and Blessed Onam

The District Grand Lodge of Madras sends its warmest greetings to everyone celebrating the festival of Onam across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and around the world.

This historic festival of harvest and homecoming reminds us of the universal values of generosity, equality, and community service. For generations, our members in Southern India have shared in these celebrations, coming together with family and neighbours to share festive meals and support those in need.

May this season bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to your homes.

15/08/2026

Honouring Our Nation: Happy Independence Day from Madras. The District Grand Lodge of Madras extends its warmest greetings to everyone celebrating India’s Independence Day. As an organisation with deep roots in Southern India, spanning eighteen lodges across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, and Karnataka, we join the nation in celebrating the spirit of freedom, unity, and progress. Our members remain dedicated to serving our local communities through charitable initiatives, reflecting our core values of respect and service. We wish all our fellow citizens a happy and peaceful Independence Day.

14/08/2026

Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Friendship and Connection Across Southern India

Last weekend, our members from across India and overseas gathered for our Half Yearly Meeting. Hosted by John Miller Lodge, No. 1906, it was a weekend filled with laughter, learning, and deep connection.

Seeing old friends and welcoming new faces reminded us of the true strength of our fraternity. Beyond the formal meetings, we shared meals, mentored one another, and strengthened our shared commitment to helping others.

We are now energized for the six months of community service ahead across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, and Karnataka. Our next major gathering will take us to Calicut for our annual meeting. We cannot wait to meet again.

31/07/2026

Lodge of Rock Secures Runners-Up Spot in Brotherhood Cricket

The District Grand Lodge of Madras is pleased to announce that the members of Lodge of Rock No. 260 achieved second place in a friendly cricket tournament in June.

The tournament was organised by local Indian freemasonry lodges to celebrate Universal Brotherhood Day. This annual event highlights the strong bonds of friendship and community among our members.

We congratulate the team from Tiruchirapalli for their outstanding sportsmanship and dedication.

30/07/2026

Pitt Macdonald Lodge Empowers Local Students Through Education

The District Grand Lodge of Madras is pleased to announce two major educational support initiatives completed by Pitt Macdonald Lodge No. 1198.

In Kanchipuram, the local group donated 48 sets of desks and benches, along with four teacher’s tables and chairs, to the Government G.M.S. Higher Secondary School. This donation, valued at INR 5.56 lakh, will provide a comfortable learning environment for hundreds of students.

In Pulianthope, the members also supported the Arunthathiyar School. They distributed 120 school bags and essential educational supplies, including pens, pencils, and geometry boxes, valued at INR 66,900.

These initiatives reflect our ongoing commitment to community service and supporting local schools across Tamil Nadu.

29/07/2026

Unnikrishnan & Anjan Wins Double Medals in State Championship

The District Grand Lodge of Madras is delighted to share the sporting success of Unnikrishnan Kodoth & Anjan Srinivasan, members of Southern Brotherhood Lodge No. 3311. They won the Team Gold Medal and Unnikrishnan won the Individual Silver Medal at the 14th Karnataka State Championship in Bengaluru.

Our members across Southern India carry our values of dedication and integrity into their local communities and sporting arenas. We congratulate both of them on this remarkable double victory.

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