Hyderabad|India|June '2011: Lodge Keys No.297, a city based primary unit of Freemasonry, a 3000 years old, one of the oldest secular fraternal society spread across the globe is organising ‘Freemasons Treasure Hunt’ in aid of charity activities here in city on Sunday 26th June, 2011. Originally it was scheduled on 19th June, but the same is rescheduled due to TRS Million Men March and now will be held on 26th June.

The treasure hunt is being organised by Lodge Keys No.297 to commemorate and celebrate Universal Brotherhood Day (which falls on 24th June). The Treasure Hunt will be flagged off at 7:45 AM on 26th June from St. John’s Freemasons Hall, Near YWCA, West Marredpally, Secunderabad. About 100 cars comprising of Freemasons, Non-Freemasons and their family members are expected to participate in the Treasure Hunt which will beginfrom St. John’s Freemasons Hall, Near YWCA, West Marredpally, Secunderabad and will end at Goshamahal Baradari Masonic Building, Goshamahal, Hyderabad.

Even non Freemasons members, general public can also participate in the event. Those who are interested in participating or seeking may more details or want to get donor passes may please contact Ksheera Sagar on Mobile: 9848028271; Seshu Kumar, on Mobile: 9848026130.

Every year June 24 is observed as Universal Brotherhood Day by Masons all over India. The Day is to commemorate the spirit of Masonic brotherhood by undertaking charity and welfare programs. The Freemasons celebrate the ‘Universal Brotherhood Day’ all over the country with enthusiasm and dedication with several philanthropic, charity and welfare activities.

Giving details Ksheerasagar and Seshu Kumar, Project Coordinatiors inform that this is the fourth time in row in Hyderabad that a unit of Freemasonry is organizing a Treasure Hunt.

They further informed that the First Prize is worth Rs.25,000/-; Second Prize is worth Rs.15,000/-; and third prize is worth Rs.10,000/- . Apart from this several special prizes viz. All Ladies Car, Senior Citizens Car, Best Dressed Couple, etc. will also be given. The day will be marked by several cultural and entertainment programs to be organized by the family members of the Freemasons. The event is supported and sponsored by many organisations.